A respiratory rate of 15 breaths per minute with nasal flaring and acrocyanosis.
What are some respiratory assessments that are normal in a newborn?
- The respiratory rate should be between 30 and 60 breaths per minute.
- Coughing and sneezing are normal in newborns.
- Apnea that lasts longer than 15 seconds but overall short period is normal findings in newborn.
What are some alarming respiratory assessments about a newborn?
- Nasal flaring is a sign of respiratory distress.
- Acrocyanosis which is bluish coloration of skin due to decreased amount of oxygen delivered to the peripheral part indicates respiratory distress.
- Chest retractions- skins around the breastbone and ribs pulls while breathing.
- Grunting sound with each breath.
Finding above conditions would cause the nurse to notify the primary care provider.
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