Newborn Care: Immediate Needs of the Stable Newborn



Newborn Care: Immediate Needs of the Stable Newborn









CHILD AND FAMILY ASSESSMENT AND PREPARATION



  • Explain to family the immediate care needs of the newborn and all procedures as they are to be performed.


  • Involve family care providers in care to be delivered, including first bath and first feeding.


  • Ensure Apgar scoring is completed at 1 and 5 minutes after birth. Scoring includes assessment of heart rate, respiratory rate, muscle tone, reflex irritability, and color.







Jul 9, 2020 | Posted by in NURSING | Comments Off on Newborn Care: Immediate Needs of the Stable Newborn

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