Which of the following suggest that the newborn infant is preterm?
High-Yield Explanation
Sl No.
Characteristic
Preterm Infant
Term Infant
1
Posture
Extended
Flexed
2
Breast buds
< 5mm
> 5mm
3
Genitalia : Male
a) Tests
b) Scrotal rugosity
Non - palpable
Abscent
Palpable
Present
Genitalia : Female
-
Prominent Clitoris
small labia minora
Labia major cover
labia minora and clitosis
4
Skin
Sticky, Friable transparant
Leathery wrinkled
5
Sole crease
None
Crease over entire sole
6
Square window
7
Arm recoil
8
Popliteal angle
180o
< 90o
9
Scarf sign
Elbow cross midline
Elbow do not cross midline