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What are the normal findings in a newborn baby?

What are the normal findings in a newborn baby?

A term newborn should have pink skin, rest symmetrically with the arms and legs in flexion, cry vigorously when stimulated, and move all extremities equally….Normal Vital Signs in Newborns Born at 40 Weeks’ Gestation.

Vital sign Normal range
Head circumference 14 in (35 cm); range, 13 to 15 in (33 to 37 cm)

Which neonatal respiratory findings would be considered normal?

When we are counting the baby’s respirations, a rate of between 40 and 60 breaths per minute is considered normal. If the baby at rest is breathing more than 60 breaths a minute, we call this tachypnea, and that is a finding that is associated with respiratory distress.

How would you describe a normal fontanelle?

The four fontanelles When assessing the fontanelles, use the flat pads of your fingers to palpate (gently feel) the surface of the head. Ensure you make note of any retraction or bulging, as the normal fontanelle feels firm and flat (not sunken or bulging).

How do you assess a newborn’s spine?

Assess back and spine for: symmetry, skin lesions, and masses. Back should appear symmetric and spine should be palpable all along its length. Unusual skin lesions, tags, or masses should be noted as these may indicate underlying spinal dysraphism. Inspect extremities for: mobility, deformity, and stability.

What is a newborn assessment?

Newborn assessment is defined as the assessment of a recently born infant at various points within the timeframe of first 6–8 weeks after birth.

What are infant suture lines?

The “sutures” or anatomical lines where the bony plates of the skull join together can be easily felt in the newborn infant. The diamond shaped space on the top of the skull and the smaller space further to the back are often referred to as the “soft spot” in young infants.

What is infant suture?

Separated sutures are large, atypical gaps in the skull of an infant. A young child’s head is composed of six bony plates that fuse together as the child ages. The edges of the plates are connected and form what is known as a suture. Sutures are strong, flexible tissues that hold the cranial bones together.