Definition Common problems associated with prematurity include respiratory distress syndrome, apnea, hypoglycemia, hypocalcemia, hypomagnesemia, hyperbilirubinemia. The major pulmonary complication found in former-premature infants is post-operative apnea– post-operative apnea is a serious concern in the neonate, particularly if there is a history of prematurity, prior apneic episodes, bradycardia, congenital defects, anemia, or chronic lung disease (ex. […]