Following the neonatal period, infants who have congenital malformations at birth are likely to develop what other problems?
If an infant has a low Apgar score, what other tests can be used to detect possible concerns? Is the infant necessarily at risk for having developmental disabilities?
Why is the transition from the protected intrauterine environment to physiological dependence from the mother difficult for the infant?
What are the most common causes of mortality in the first month of life?
Briefly explain the changes in cardiopulmonary function at birth.
Explain the three clinical patterns of congenital herpes simplex virus (HSV) in infants.
Explain the difference between hypoglycemia and hypocalcemia in infants. Which infants are at risk for each of these complications?
Of the infants who have seizures, which are most likely to have the best outcome for typical development? What factors do you think influence this outcome?
