norm newborn assessment Flashcards
moro relex
startling of the baby after shoulders are lifted and baby falls back
central cyanosis
grey/blue appearance to baby after birth
When suctioning a newborn, which technique is correct?
The mouth first and then nose with bulb syringe
what are Epstein pearls
small, white, hard cysts are accumulations of epithelial cells and disappear without treatment within few weeks; form of milia on roof of the mouth
prewarm the radiant heat warmer and place the undressed newborn under it to stabilize temp immediately after birth T or F
True
acrocyanosis
bluish tone of extremities on newborn
newborn abductions occur most where
the mothers room
cephalohematoma
bleeding between the bone (periosteum) and the skull, result of pressure during birth. It may occur on one or both sides and does not cross suture lines; may not be present at birth; break down of red blood cells = increase risk of jaundice
milk right after baby is born is called
colostrum, high in immunoglobulin A
Erythema toxicum (newborn rash)
red, blotchy areas, may have white or yellow papules or vesicles in the center; appears 24-48 hours after birth; disappears within hours or up to 10 days; not a sign of infection; cause unknown
Mongolian spots
bluish-black marks that resemble bruises; usually disappear after first few years of life, some continue into adulthood - document size/location of birth mark
breast and bottle feeding moms should
avoid using bottles for the first month until milk supply is in
rooting relex
baby turns to stimulus on side of mouth
what is caput (molding)
edematous area (localized swelling) on head from pressure against cervix; the pressure interferes with blood flow from the area, causing localized edema at birth; resolves quickly and generally disappears within 12-48 hours after birth; may cross suture lines
reportable sign of illness in a newborn
axillary temp above 100F
stooling every other day
lethargy
