Neonatal assessment Flashcards
1
Q
when is newborn exam done
A
- after transition, when baby in quiet but alert state
2
Q
what are growth parameters
A
weight, height, head circ.
- use curve and be concerned if
3
Q
what is normal weight
A
can lose 10% right away and regain within 10-14 days
- double by 4 month and triple by year
4
Q
what is small head
A
5
Q
def. caput succeedanum
A
pitting edema in head - above aponeurosis
6
Q
def. cephalohematoma
A
blood under skin on one side above aponeuosis
7
Q
def. subgaleal hemorrage
A
blood under aponeurosis - of concern as bleed can continue
8
Q
def. acrocyanosis
A
feet and hands blue
9
Q
what is seen in premature babies (2)
A
- less creases on feet
2. wrinkled ears
10
Q
def. preterm
A
42 weeks
11
Q
classification of prematures
A
low
12
Q
4 clearly established risks for premature
A
- maternal age
- low SES
- maternal malnutrition
- previous preterm delivery
13
Q
5 possible etiologies
A
- idiopathic
- maternal
- uterine
- placental
- fetal
14
Q
5 possible maternal causes
A
- preg. induced HT
- infection
- substance abuse
- trauma
- illness
15
Q
4 uterine causes
A
- cervical incomp
- polyhydramnios
- fibroids
- uterine malformations
