Congenital diaphragmatic hernia physical examination

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Vitals

Pulse

Rate

• Tachycardia may be present

Respiratory Rate

• Tachypnea

Lungs

Examination of the infant shows:

• Irregular chest movements
• Absent breath sounds on affected side

Abdomen

• Bowel sounds heard in the chest
• Abdomen feels less full on examination by touch (palpation)