RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 How to use: the neonatal neurological examination
JF Archives of disease in childhood - Education & practice edition
JO Arch Dis Child Educ Pract Ed
FD BMJ Publishing Group Ltd and Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health
SP 148
OP 153
DO 10.1136/archdischild-2013-303640
VO 98
IS 4
A1 Courtney J Wusthoff
YR 2013
UL http://ep.bmj.com/content/98/4/148.abstract
AB The neurological exam can be a challenging part of a newborn's full evaluation. At the same time, the neonatal neurological exam is a useful tool in identifying babies needing closer evaluation for potential problems. The Dubowitz assessment is a standardised approach to the neonatal neurological exam designed for use by paediatricians in routine practice. Evidence has validated this technique and delineated its utility as a screening exam in various populations. This paper reviews clinical application of the Dubowitz assessment of the newborn.