General Assessment of the Newborn

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Updated 15 May 2025
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Join neonatal nurse educator Natalia Toumbourou and learn how to spot the signs of a healthy (or not-so-healthy) newborn in their first few minutes of life. From APGAR scoring to common skin rashes, this quick, practical session will sharpen your assessment skills and boost your confidence.

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A petechial rash appears as small, red or purple spots on a newborn's skin that do not blanch when finger pressure is applied. Which one of the following describes three common underlying causes of this rash?

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Last updated15 May 2025

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