Assessment and Care for Newborns

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the assessment and care of newborns, focusing on readiness, sleep patterns, and parental education.

Assessment of Family's Readiness

Evaluation of how prepared a family is to care for their newborn at home.

Sleep Patterns of Newborns

Newborns sleep an average of 16 hours in the first week, decreasing to approximately 15 hours by four months.

Fluid Needs at Night

Newborns wake every 4, 5, 6, or 8 hours due to a physiological need for fluid.

SIDS

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, associated with sleeping positions and environment.

Crying in Newborns

Newborns typically cry an average of 2 hours per day during the first 7 weeks, peaking at 6-7 weeks.

Self-Quieting

The process of an infant learning to calm themselves, which is important for their development.

Consistency in Care

Establishing a predictable routine for newborn care to provide comfort and security for the infant.

Home Environment Assessment

Exploring the physical setting of the home to ensure it is safe and suitable for a newborn.