The examination is performed within the first 72 hours after birth. It is repeated at 6 – 8 weeks by their GP

Before starting it is worth asking the parents if they have noticed any issues and specifically asking:

• Has the baby passed meconium?
• Is the baby feeding ok?
• Is there a family history of congenital heart, eye or hips problems?

Oxygen sats - Pre and post ductal.

• Pre ductal - measured in the baby’s right hand
• Post ductal - measured in either foot

Height mesurement

weight measurement - Record on weight chart

• Small for gestational age (<10th centile)
• Appropriate weight for gestational age (10th-90th centile)
• Large for gestational age (>90th centile)

Examination Steps

General inspection

• Colour - Pallor, Cyanosis, Jaundice