What is the body temperature range to categorize a neonate as having cold stress?
Correct Answer: 36.0-36.4 C
Description: A temperature of 36 to 36.4oC categorizes a neonate as having cold stress. An infant&;s normal body temperature of <36.5oC. Temperature is measured in the apex of the baby&;s axilla by holding the thermometer for at least 3 minutes Hypothermia is an axillary temperature of <36.5oC Cold stress: 36.0 to 36.4oC Moderate hypothermia: 32 to 35.9oC Severe hypothermia: <32oC Hypehermia is axillary temperature of >37.5oC Ref: Ghai essential pediatrics 9th edition pgno: 143
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