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| A deep purplish color related to an increased number of circulating red blood cells. Further evaluation is warranted. |
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| Pinpiont hemorrhagic areas. Further assessment warranted. |
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| Small white papules or sebaceous cysts on the infant's face that resemble pimples. |
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| A transient rash that covers the face and chest with spread to the entire body. Most common normal skin eruption in term neonates. "Newborn Rash" |
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| Areas taht appear gray, dark blue, or purple and are most commonly located on the back and buttocks, although they may also be found on the shoulders, wrists, forearms, and ankles. They will fade and disapear as the child grows older. |
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| Brown skin marks, or birth marks, whose color can vary from brown to deep black. Parent should routinely check the area for changes which could indicate a precancerous lesion. |
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| "Port wine stain." Capillary angioma located directly below the epidermis. Does not blanch. Usually on the face. May be an indicator of a neurological problem if accompanied by convulsions. |
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| A red birthmark often seen at the nape of the neck and commonly referred to as a "stork bite" or "angel kiss." Usually disappears by second birthday. |
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| "Strawberry Mark." red, raised capillary hemangioma that can occur anywhere on the neonate's body. Usually has sharp borders and rough surface. |
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| Diffuse edema that cross the cranial suture lines and disappears without treatment during the first few days of life. |
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| More serious than caput. Results from a subperiosteal hemorrhage that does not cross the suture lines. May persist for several weeks. Neonate may have s/sx jaundice. |
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| Whitish hardened nodules (cysts) on the gums or roof of the mouth that can be visualized or palpated. Usually disappear within a few weeks. |
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| A small head, often associated with mental retardation. |
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| Malformation of the bucconasal membrane. When present bilaterally, circumoral cyanosis is noted when the infant's mouth is closed, but resolves when it is opened. Inability to pass a small catheter into the nares confirms. |
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| In-drawing of tissues between the ribs, below the rib cage, or above the sternum and clavicles. Sign of respiratory distress. |
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| Congenital heart defect that involves four distinct cardiac anomalies: transposistion of the aorta and pulmonary arter, right ventricular hyprtrophy, pulmonary stenosis, and ventricular septal defect. Infant will not show signs of distress until the ductus begins to close at about 24 hours of life. Cardiac instability and central cyanosis. |
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| Necrotizing Enterocolitis |
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| Life-threatening condition that occurs when a lack of blood flow to the bowel results in destruction of the intestinal mucosa. Loss of bowel function results and toxins are released from the necrotic tissue. Requires surgical intervention. |
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| Infection of the tissue surrounding the base of the umbilical cord that is readily treated with antibiotics. |
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| Meatus of the penis found on the ventral surface. Requires surgical repair. |
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| Meatus of the penis found on the dorsal surface. Requires surgical repair. |
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| Absence of an opening in the anal ring. Medical emergency. |
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| Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) |
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| Congenital condition that could affect the infant's future ability to walk and maintain balance. |
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| Webbing of the fingers or toes. |
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| A single, straight crease that appears in the middle of the palm on one or both hands. Could indicate Down syndrome if it occurs with other findings. |
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| As the head is lifte, the nurse mimics a release and watches for extension of both arms along with flexion of the legs (confirms Moro reflex). |
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| The lesion of spinal bifida. Resembles a skin-covered sac located between the fifth lumbar and first sacral vertebrae. It (the meningocele) may contain dura mater and spinal fluid. |
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| Contains dura mater, spinal fluid, and a portion of the spinal cord. No bowel & bladder control or motor ability below the waist. |
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| Caused by incomplete closure of the anterior portion of the neural tube. Portions of the brain, forehead, skull and occiput may be missing. |
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