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Mother Baby Notes 1
Maternal (NUR3411)
Keiser University
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Mother Baby Notes
Weights and measurements Average full-term newborn weight range (5-5 to 8-13 pound/ounces) Length of normal newborn difficult to measure due to flexed legs, but is usually 18-22 inches) Head circumference is usually larger than chest What does the term “macrosomic” mean, and what is the leading maternal risk factor that contributes to macrosomia? __________________ What newborn complication can occur with this risk factor? _________________________
Temperature Critical Heat conservation measures o Assess temperature: Every 30 minutes until stable for first 2 hours, then every 8 hours Temperature instability Do newborns who are septic tend to run a lower or a higher temperature initially? _________ Acceptable parameters 97 to 99 F (36.5-37 degrees C) Abnormalities include Infection, dehydration, too many coverings, too hot or cool rooms, leaving the baby uncovered as parents want to inspect their baby.
Mother Baby Notes 1
Course: Maternal (NUR3411)
University: Keiser University
