The purpose of a systematic physical assessment in the newborn period is to examine ... [15] With a CL, it is imperative that this systematic examination be completed before a feeding, due to ...

As recommended by Parmelee, 4 the anus of the newborn infant should always be inspected, and inquiries made regarding the passage of meconium; however, routine examination with a finger should not ...

The aim of the module is to prepare healthcare professionals such as midwives, neonatal nurses, nurses, community specialist practitioners and general practitioners to competently undertake an ...

Screening can now determine their risk for an ever-growing list of conditions — including ones we can’t do much about.