Group B streptococcal infection physical examination

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Rim Halaby, M.D. [2]

Physical Examination of Neonates

Appearance of the Patient

• The newborn appear lethargic and irritable with bluish color to skin, cold skin, and difficulty breathing.

Vitals

Temperature

• The temperature can be unstable, being either high or low

Pulse

Rate

• Tachycardia may be present

Blood Pressure

• Hypotension may be present

Respiratory Rate

• Tachypnea may be present

Skin

• Cyanosis may be present
• Cold skin may be present
• Pallor may be present

Extremities

• Cyanosis may be present
• clod extremities may be present

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