Fig. 2.

eKMC trial definitions of cardio-respiratory instability and eligibility status. 1. Criteria for starting CPAP is a Silverman-Anderson score ≥ 4 that does not improve with oxygen therapy and the absence of the following: heart rate < 100 bpm, floppy tone and seizures. 2. The neonate is recruited if a study bed is available and consent is provided by a willing caregiver