Infants randomized to CPAP vs intubation/surfactant had fewer episodes of wheezing without a cold ( 28.9 % vs 36.5 % ; P < .05 ) , respiratory illnesses diagnosed by a doctor ( 47.7 % vs 55.2 % ; P < .05 ) , and physician or emergency room visits for breathing problems ( 68.0 % vs 72.9 % ; P < .05 ) by 18-22 months CA .