Low Birth Weight Flashcards

1
Q

Definition of LBW

A

<2500g/2.5kg

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2
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Definition of VLBW

A

<1500g/1.5kg

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3
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Definition of ELBW

A

<1000g/1kg

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4
Q

Potential Problems

A
  • infection
  • jaundice
  • thermoregulation
  • SIDS
  • feeding
  • resp distress
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5
Q

Causes

A
  • prem birth
  • IUGR
  • smoking
  • substance abuse
  • race
  • multiple birth
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6
Q

Ballards score

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  • lanugo
  • breast tissue
  • genitalia
  • eye
  • ear
  • plantar creases
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