neonates Flashcards
BP for neonates?
60-80/ 40-50 mmHg
HR for neonates?
120 - 160BPM
RR for neonates?
30 - 60BPM
which part of the neonate’s body is preferred to take temperature?
axillary temp
what is vernix caseosa?
velvety, waxy layer to protect infant’s skin
what is lanugo?
little, fine hairs on infant
what is acrocyanosis?
cyanosis on extremities eg hands, feet (“like ACRObats limbs”)
what is circumoral cyanosis?
cyanosis around mouth
when is acrocyanosis resolved?
24 - 48h
when is circumoral cyanosis resolved?
24h
what is erythema toxicum?
red rash
when is erythema toxicum resolved?
4 - 5 days
what is milia?
white cysts/ milk spots
what is nevus simplex?
infant’s red birthmark/ stork bite/ angel’s kiss
when does nevus simplex fade?
by 2nd yr of life