A term 5-day-old has lost 12% of birth weight, has dry mucous membranes, fewer wet nappies and sleepy prolonged feeds. What is the most appropriate

Question

A term 5-day-old has lost 12% of birth weight, has dry mucous membranes, fewer wet nappies and sleepy prolonged feeds. What is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Arrange same-day paediatric assessment and feeding support

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Advise plain water after each feed

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Wait until the routine 6-week check

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Reassure because 20% loss is usual in breastfed babies

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Stop monitoring weight if the baby remains quiet

Excess neonatal weight loss — DRCOG MCQ

A term 5-day-old has lost 12% of birth weight, has dry mucous membranes, fewer wet nappies and sleepy prolonged feeds. What is the most appropriate management?