True or false, babies with transient tachypnea will often need nutritional support until they can feed by mouth?

Transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTN) is a condition that typically arises in the first few hours of life. It is characterized by rapid breathing due to residual fluid in the lungs after birth. While TTN is generally a self-limiting condition, it can affect the newborn's ability to feed effectively, as the infant may tire easily or be unable to coordinate suckling due to respiratory distress.

In many cases, infants with TTN may require nutritional support, such as intravenous (IV) fluids or feeding through a nasogastric (NG) tube, until they are stable enough to initiate feeding by mouth. This support ensures that the baby receives adequate nutrition and hydration, which is crucial for recovery and growth. Once the respiratory distress resolves and the infant can breathe comfortably, they are typically able to transition to regular oral feedings.

This understanding supports the notion that nutritional support is often necessary for babies with transient tachypnea until they can manage oral feeding effectively.