- Module
Initial Assessment of the Newborn Module
- 10 Days
- 11 Lessons
- 241 Students Enrolled
Initial Assessment of the Newborn Module
- Updated on Wednesday 6th of May 2026
Module Overview
Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:
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Complete the initial health assessment and examination of the newborn baby
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Understand how the normal parameters of well-being in the newborn are assessed and the features of normal neonatal behaviour and reflexes
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Describe the common but generally benign conditions that may present in the neonate, such as those affecting the skin, minor birth trauma, physiological jaundice
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Outline the common conditions that may adversely affect the health of the newborn.
Module Requirements
- A medical science background
- Self-motivation
- Free or premium Medcrine account
Module Curriculum
- 1: Goals of initial care newborn
- 2: Active and crying
- 3: Healthy pink colour
- 4: Acrocyanosis
- 5: Central cyanosis
- 6: Establish respiration and maintain clear airway
- 7: Establish & maintain respiration
- 8: Apgar score
- 9: Apgar score parameters
- 10: Apgar score - interpretation
- 11: References
- Module assessment
- Downloadable module materials
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Module completion digital certificate
Module Details
Free Plan Module
Module Features
- 11 Chapters
- 5 Points
- 241 Enrollments
- Assessment
- Certificate
About The Author
Dan Ogera
Founder and EditorMedical Educator and instructor