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Assessment and Evaluation of the High Risk Neonate: The NICU Network Neurobehavioral Scale
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Assessment and Evaluation of the High Risk Neonate: The NICU Network Neurobehavioral Scale

Published on: August 25, 2014

P Fowlie, S Forsyth

    Modern Midwife
    |January 1, 1995
    PubMed

    Insights

    Child health surveillance involves monitoring physical, mental, and emotional development. Early screening for inherited disorders ensures prompt identification of potential health issues in newborns.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Developmental Psychology
    • Medical Genetics

    Background:

    • Child health surveillance is crucial for monitoring holistic development.
    • Healthcare providers must gather comprehensive parental and neonatal history.
    • Early identification of developmental issues and inherited disorders is essential.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To define the scope and importance of child health surveillance.
    • To outline key information required during early child assessments.
    • To emphasize the benefits of early screening for inherited disorders.

    Main Methods:

    • Professional monitoring of physical, mental, behavioral, and emotional growth.
    • Collection of parental medical, drug, social, and family history.
    • Assessment of pregnancy and delivery details, including neonatal status (urine/meconium passage, feeding).
    • Utilizing modern testing for inherited disorders, especially inborn errors of metabolism.

    Main Results:

    • Established the comprehensive nature of child health surveillance.
    • Highlighted the necessity of detailed historical data collection.
    • Confirmed the availability and utility of screening tests for inherited conditions.
    • Emphasized parental desire for confirmation of child's health or early problem detection.

    Conclusions:

    • Child health surveillance requires a multi-faceted approach.
    • Thorough history and developmental monitoring are key components.
    • Early screening for inherited disorders provides significant parental reassurance and timely intervention opportunities.

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