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Differentiate term newborn, prematurity, and post mature

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Newborn (37-42 wks gestation)
Prematurity (< 37 wks)
Post mature (+42 wks)

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What is gestational age and how is it determined?

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= Number of weeks after mother’s last menstrual period

Estimated via last 1st trimester U/S (Obstetric dating) or by physical exam (Ballard Scoring)

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_____ weeks gestation considered compatible with life.

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24

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Complications of prematurity

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  • Intraventricular hemorrhages
  • ARDS = surfactant deficiency = Hyaline Membrane disease
  • Retinopathy
  • Necrotizing Enterocolitis
  • Fluid and lyte imbalances
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What are the birth weight ranges of normal vs preterm infants?

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Normal: 2500 to 4500 grams (5lbs 8oz to 9lbs 4oz)

Low birth weight (LBW): < 2500 grams (5lbs 8oz)

Very low birth weight (VLBW): < 1500 grams (3lbs 5oz)

Extremely low birth weight (ELBW), “micro-premies”: < 1000 grams (2lbs 4oz)

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Causes of prematurity

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Maternal: premature rupture, trauma, cervical incompetence, vaginal infection, multiple birth, smoking/drugs, eclampsia

Fetal: fetal growth restriction/ fetal distress, macrosomia/LGA, polyhydramnios

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Complications of post maturity

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growth failure, meconium aspiration, neonatal hypoglycemia

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Percentile of gestational weights of SGA, AGA, and LGA

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SGA: Birth weight < 10th percentile for gestational age

AGA: Appropriate for gestational age, between 10th and 90th percentile

LGA: > 90th percentile for gestational age; infant of diabetic mother (IDM)

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APGAR Score

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Score measured at 1 and 5 mins that indicates newborn current status and response to resuscitation efforts

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effects of oligohydramnios and polyhydramnios

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too little or too much amniotic fluid around fetus

Oligohydraminos think renal or pulmonary defect
Polyhydramnios think abdominal defect

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mild symptoms of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome or “fetal alcohol effects”

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ADHD, learning delays, behavioral problems, conduct d/o, increased risk of criminal activity

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Signs of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

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THIN UPPER LIP WITH SMOOTH PHILTRUM (FAS until disproven)
Microcephaly
Growth retardation
Short nose
Cardiac Defects 
Micropthalmia - small eyes
Small distal phalanges
Cleft lip/palate
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Causes of increased and decreased AFP (alpha-fetoprotein)

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increased: Neural Tube Defects, Abdominal wall defects
decreased: Trisomies; primarily Down’s syndrome

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What maternal serum samples make up the quad screen for Down syndrome?

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aFP
hCG
Unconjugated estriol
Inhibin A

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Group of congenitally acquired infections which may cause significant morbidity and mortality in neonates

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TORCH infections

  • Toxoplasmosis
  • Other (Syphilis, Parvovirus, VZV, Hep B, HIV)
  • Rubella
  • CMV
  • HSV
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How are infants positive for Toxoplasmosis treated?

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IV PCN G and undergo spinal tap

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If mother positive for Hep B or unknown at delivery ________ given to infant at birth.

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Hep B vaccine and immunoglobins

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What happens if pregnant women gets Varicella Zoster virus?

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before 20 wks: in utero death

after 20 wks: high mortality; variable presentation - CNS infections, limb anomalies, blindness, pneumonias, cutaneous lesions/scarring

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tx of Varicella Zoster virus

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ZV Ig and Acyclovir for mother and infant

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Which vaccines are live and can’t be given to pregnant women?

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MMR, Varicella, and live attenuated influenza

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What does parvovirus cause?

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Erythema infectiosum (Fifth Disease, Slapped Cheek)

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Treatment for parvovirus infection (erythema infectiosum)

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supportive; can’t do much for this

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Per AAP and CDC, all pregnant women HIV+ will start on _________. Her child will also be treated similarly until confirmation at _____ old.

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antiretroviral therapy

6 weeks

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Which viruses are contraindicated for nursing?

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HIV, Hep B

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Signs of Rubella in 1st trimester and after?
1st trimester: microcephaly, blueberry muffin spots After: congenital rubella triad- carditis, ophthalmitis, sensorineural hearing loss
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dx and tx of infant rubella infection
dx: infant rubella IgM titers Tx: supportive
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types of scalp hematomas
Caput Succadaneum: edema of scalp secondary to birth trauma Cephalohematoma: blood along periosteum contained w/i suture lines Subgaleal bleed: beneath epicranial aponeurosis; uncommon but can cause hemorrhagic shock
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epicanthal folds indicate ________.
Down syndrome
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No Red reflex on newborn eye exam could indicate _______.
retinal blastoma
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Things to look for on newborn neuro exam
Tone Primitive reflexes Nerve Palsies
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Primitive reflexes that appear at birth? When do they usually disappear?
Moro, hand/toe grasp, Galant reflex * ATNR at 2 wks Usually disappear about 6 months
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Why is erythromycin ophthalmic ointment AAP required for all newborns?
Prevents gonococcal ophthalmia neonatorium which can cause ocular perforation and blindness
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Vit K required for what?
synthesis of coag factors II, VII, IX, and X conversion of inactive precursors into active clotting factors
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Why is there a Vit K decrease after birth?
- Poor placental transfer of maternal Vit K - Immature liver function - Delayed synthesis of Vit K in colon
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Signs of Vit K deficiency in neonates
sites of bleeding; oozing from injection sites, umbilical stump, circumcision, vaginal/rectal, intracranial elevated PT/INR, PTT
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What does Vit K protect against?
hemorrhagic disease of newborn
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Which bilirubin levels can be measured directly?
total and conjugated
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Pathophysiology behind neonatal jaundice
- Increased breakdown of fetal erythrocytes which have shorter lifespan than non-fetal RBCs - Low excretory capacity of immature liver
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unconjugated vs conjugated bilirubin
unconjugated/indirect: before liver; RBC breakdown in blood conjugated/direct: after liver; secreted to bile and small intestines
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Kernicterus
aka Bilirubin encephalopathy bilirubin mostly deposits in basal ganglia, so first sign is movement disorder sx: hypotonia, lethargy, vomiting, seizures, death caused by elevated unconjugated bilirubin that can cross BBB
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Hyperbilirubinemia treatment
Phototherapy: - Follow nomogram - Converts indirect bilirubin into a water soluble form - Encourage increased hydration Exchange Transfusion if phototherapy doesn't work (rarely used)
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DDX of hyperbilirubinemia
Indirect: - Physio, breast feeding, or breast milk jaundice - Increased RBC breakdown - RBC hemolysis (ABO or Rh incompatibility) Direct: - Liver/biliary system - Biliary atresia (r/o with U/S) - Hypothyroid
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Breast feeding vs. Breast milk Jaundice
Breast feeding due to inadequate intake or production that causes bilirubin concentration ("dehydration"); day 2-4 tx: increase feeds Breast milk due to enzyme in milk which inhibits conjugation; week 1-3 tx: self-limiting
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AAP recommendations for when to get total bilirubin levels
- every infant who is jaundiced in the first 24 hours after birth - excessive jaundice for age - Before discharge, every newborn should be assessed for risk of developing severe hyperbilirubinemia with a nursery protocol
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Bilirubin discharge planning
Ensure f/u within first few days for total bilirubin < 24 hrs old: within 3 days (may require 2 visits) 24-48 hrs: within 4 days 48-72 hrs: within 5 days
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Standard of care management prior to hospital discharge
erythromycin eye ointment, Vitamin K, bilirubin screen, hearing screen, newborn screen, Hep B vaccine
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Newborn/Infant anticipatory Guidance for parents
``` Infant Care Injury prevention Nutrition Parental/infant bonding Vaccinations ```
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omphalitis
nosocomial or acquired infection of umbilical cord and skin Most common bacteria: G+ staph Medical emergency! need IV abx
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umbilical hernia tx
as long as soft then don't do anything | should naturally regress by 4-5 yo
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gastroschisis
Defect in abdominal wall allowing extrusion of abdominal contents increased risk of infection and sepsis Tx: Broad spectrum abx and surgery
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omphalocele
Results in protrusion of abdominal contents covered by an amniotic sac Associated with chromosomal anomalies and cardiac, diaphragmatic, and bladder anomalies
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Normal crying characteristics
birth to 6 weeks: 2-3 hr/day can be soothed by swaddling, feeding, changing diaper
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Colic crying characteristics
Lasting > 3 hours in a day, > 3 episodes in a week Unable to sooth May be gassy, otherwise normal exam and hx
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colic crying treatment
Parental reassurance Soothing Techniques Empirical changing of formula Simethicone (gas drops)
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When is spitting up a concern?
forceful, larger than couple teaspoons (5mL), poor weight gain, projectile vomit
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DDX if parent comes in complaining that newborn is spitting up
``` Normal Overfeeding (most common) GER GERD Formula intolerance or allergy Hiatal Hernia GI obstruction ```
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erythema toxicum neonatorum
Affects 60% of newborns 2-3 days old Diffuse rash with small, erythematous papules/vesciles Self resolves within 48-72 hours
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seborrhea dermatitis
"cradle cap" greasy, crusty flakes of skin tx: diluted sells blue, self resolves
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Common newborn rashes that are self-limiting
erythema toxicum neonatorum seborrhea dermatitis neonatal acne milia/miliaria
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milia/miliaria causes
Milia: 1-2 mm pearly white or yellow papules caused by retention of keratin within the dermis Miliaria: sweat retention from partial closure of eccrine structures; heat rash from over bundling
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Most likely DDX of diaper rashes
Irritant/contact dermatitis Yeast/Candida dermatitis Seborrhea dermatitis Impetigo/Staph infection
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contact dermatitis tx
topical zinc or Vit E creams
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difference between contact and Candidal diaper dermatitis
Candidal and seborrhea occur in creases while contact spares the creases Candidas is more beefy red and may have associated oral thrush
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Which diaper rash may involve body and scalp
seborrhea dermatitis
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seborrhea dermatitis tx
anti-fungal cream (Nystatin)
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Parental co-sleeping allowed?
controversial AAP doesn't recommend; supports having crib in same room
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Proper sleeping position of newborns to reduce SID
always place sleep face up on back with pacifier
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SIDS vs SUIDS
SID = sudden death of infant under age 1 that cannot be explained SUDI = sudden unexpected death in infancy, whether explained or unexplained 50% of cases of SUIDS can be attributed to SIDS The remainder of SUIDs attributed to suffocation, asphyxia, entrapment, infection, ingestions, metabolic dz, and trauma
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Pathophysiology of SIDS
poorly understood Immature brain with immature arousal centers converging with "stressors" --> progressive asphyxia, bradycardia, hypotension, metabolic acidosis, and ineffectual gasping, leading to death
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Risk factors of SIDS
``` Prematurity SGA / IUGR Smoke exposure Male Infant African American or Native American Time of year (winter season) Age (2-4 months) Lower socioeconomic status Young maternal age Co-Sleeping, Prone sleeping ```
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How to prevent SIDS?
supine sleep, safety-approved cribs, awake tummy time, no bed sharing, no wedges or bumper pads, no excessive pillows or comforters in crib
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causes of plagiocephaly
supine sleeping position without varied sleep position, decreased tummy time
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Tobacco exposure in newborns increases risk of what?
URI, reactive airway disease, otitis media, pneumonia, SIDs
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car seat guidelines
* 0-2 yo = face rear * 2-5 yo = forward facing with harness, five point restraints * Up to 4’ 9” = Sit inclined (booster seat) * All children younger than 13 in back seat with lap and shoulder seat belts
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Daily caloric intake for term normal newborn and premature/LBW infant?
term normal newborn = 100 kcal/kg/day premature/LBW infant = 120-140 kcal/kg/day
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Infants should double birth weight by _______, triple by ______.
6 months | 1 year
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Beneficial contents of breastmilk
- IgA immunoglobins and macrophages - Reduces adherence of viruses and bacteria to intestinal wall - Reduces URIs - Inhibits growth of E. coli
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Breast feeding recommendations
Exclusive breastfeeding for first 6 months and continued for at least 12 months and thereafter as long as it is mutually desired
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Breast feeding advantages for mother and baby
Mother: decreased bleeding, delayed ovulation, decreased risk of ovarian/breast cancer, increased bonding with baby, promotes weight loss, inexpensive Baby: controls needs, increased immunologic factors, decreased infections, decreased chronic disease, higher IQ, better vision, decreased SIDS, less fussy eaters
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Contraindications for breast feeding
``` Infant with galactosemia Mother with HIV Mother with untreated, active TB Mother using illicit drugs Mother on chemo agents or undergoing radiation ```
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Infant infections with intracranial calcifications
CMV (periventricular) | Toxoplasmosis (diffuse)
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Infant infections with blueberry muffin spots
CMV and Rubella
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What is vertical transmission of infection?
transmitted during labor instead of transplacental
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How is CMV dx'd?
viral shedding in bodily fluids by viral culture
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CMV treatment
Gancyclovir (off-label)
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Dx of Herpes Simplex
HSV titers, viral culture, or PCR of CSF
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Tx of HSV
prevention: C-section suppressive therapy for mother (Acyclovir, Valtrex at 36 wks) Acyclovir IV for infant
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When is it ok if mother with HSV delivers baby vaginally?
if no active lesions and if she is on suppressive tx
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How does congenital syphilis present in infant?
asx at birth rash at 2 months if untreated after 2 yrs begin seeing deformities (periositis, Hutchinson teeth, saddle nose, perforated hard palate)
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Which reflexes are present at 4-9 months and persist with age?
Head righting Protective equilibrium Parachute
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What if infants born to mother with known gonorrhea infection?
infant requires IV or IM antibiotics, as topical prophylaxis alone is inadequate
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Standard of Care management prior to newborn hospital discharge
``` erythromycin ointment Vit K Total bilirubin Hearing Screen Newborn Screen Hep B vaccine ```
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Most common cause of hemolytic anemia in neonates
ABO incompatibility -> jaundice
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Regular infant formula yields ______ kcal/oz
20
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Infants should gain at least what weight per day?
20 grams/day

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