Examination of the Newborn: An Evidence Based Guide

Preface.

Acknowledgements.

1 The Newborn and Infant Physical Examination Standards and Competencies (Anne Lomax).

2 History Taking and the Newborn Examination: An Evolving Perspective (Claire Evans).

3 Development of the Heart and Lungs and Transition to Extrauterine Life (Christopher D. Bedford and Anne Lomax).

4 Cardiovascular and Respiratory Assessment of the Baby (Christopher D. Bedford).

5 The Neonatal Skin: Examination of the Jaundiced Newborn and Gestational Age Assessment (Morris Gordon and Anne Lomax).

6 Examination of the Head, Neck and Eyes (Carmel Noonan, Fiona J. Rowe and Anne Lomax).

7 Examination of the Newborn Abdomen and Genitalia (Morris Gordon).

8 Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (Robin W. Paton).

9 Abnormalities of the Foot (Naomi Davis).

10 Chromosomal and Genetic Problems: Giving Feedback to Parents (Delyth Webb and Anne Lomax).

11 Newborn Behavioural Aspects(Jeanette Appleton).

12 Examination of the Newborn: Professional Issues in Practice (Norma Fryer and Claire Evans).

13 Examining the Neonate in the Hospital and Community: Child Protection Issues.

Catherine Quarrell.

Appendix 1: Useful Website Addresses.

Appendix 2: NIPE Information Leaflet for Parents.

Appendix 3: Skills for Health.

Glossary of Terms.

Index.