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Anemia of prematurity physical examination
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Patients with anemia of prematurity usually appear pale and lethargic. Physical examination of patients with anemia of prematurity is usually remarkable for pallor, decreased activity, and poor growth.
Physical Examination
Physical Examination
Appearance of the patient
Vital signs
Skin
HEENT
Neck
- Neck examination of patients with anemia of prematurity is usually normal
Lungs
- Tachypnea
- Worsening periodic breathing
- Apnea
Heart
Abdomen
- Abdominal examination of patients with anemia of prematurity is usually normal
Back
- Back examination of patients with anemia of prematurity is usually normal
Genitourinary
- Genitourinary examination of patients with anemia of prematurity is usually normal
Neuromuscular
- Neuromuscular examination of patients with anemia of prematurity is usually normal
References
References
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Asra Firdous, M.B.B.S.[2]