Skin Flashcards
1
Q
What can cause blistering of the skin in a newborn?
A
Epidermolysis bullosa or staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome
2
Q
What is acrocyanosis?
A
Cyanosis of the hands and feet, this is a common finding that is normal in the 1st week of life
3
Q
Describe the phenomenon of harlequin color change.
A
Vasomotor instability, generally occurs when the infant is lying on their side - lower side os reddened and pink while the other side is pale/blanching with a sharp like of demarcation int he midline.
4
Q
True or False? Jaundice in the first day of life most likely is due to breastfeeding.
A
False. It is abnormal and warrants immediate evaluation (sepsis, hemolytic anemia). Neonatal jaundice caused by elevated indirect bilirubin common during days 2-4 of life.
