Question
My little one was born not long ago, and everything was normal during my hospital stay. But when I got home, I noticed that the baby’s skin was yellow. I consulted online and it said it was neonatal physiological jaundice. What are the key points to note for newborns?
Answer
Observe the overall condition of the neonate for signs of drowsiness, difficulty waking up, difficulty breastfeeding, restlessness, strabismus, rigidity, or convulsions in the upper and lower limbs to detect and treat severe cases early. Monitor heart rate and sounds, the degree of anemia, and changes in liver size to prevent and treat heart failure in the early stages. Pay attention to keeping the baby’s umbilical area and buttocks clean to prevent damage and infection.