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Overview
4:08
Preparation for the Exam
5:17
Visual Inspection
6:06
Newborn Measurements
8:02
Heart and Lung Exam
10:45
Head and Neck Exam
14:17
Abdominal Exam
15:15
Genitourinary Exam
15:52
Back and Extremities Exam
17:43
Primitive Reflexes
19:24
Conclusion of the Exam
Source: Heather Collette and Jaideep Talwalkar; Yale School of Medicine
The newborn exam is important in establishing a baby's baseline health status as they enter the world. Newborn providers have the unique opportunity to evaluate a patient for the very first time. They are also tasked with identifying congenital anomalies that require early intervention to promote a long and healthy life for the child. Many newborn anomalies, such as heart defects, are noted on prenatal ultrasound. However, some anomalies are not apparent until the baby is born. A systematic approach ensures a complete newborn exam so that anomalies are not missed.
If the baby is stable after birth, it is recommended to wait to examine them until they have spent at least 1 hour of skin-to-skin time with their mother. This regulates the baby's heart rate and breathing, promotes bonding, and establishes breastfeeding.
1. Preparation for the exam
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