Neonatal skin care: a concise review.

Abstract

Skin care practices play an important role in the health of well newborns and hospitalized neonates. Fortunately, for many aspects of neonatal skin care, there exist evidence- or consensus-based recommendations to guide best practices. Based on our review of the recent medical literature, we include in this manuscript the current recommendations regarding neonatal skin cleansing and antisepsis; umbilical cord care; use of emollients; and prevention of diaper dermatitis. In addition, we review the recommended practices for preventing and treating pressure ulcers, wounds, and other skin injuries in hospitalized neonates.

• Authors: Molly J Ness, Dawn M R Davis, William A Carey
• Journal: International journal of dermatology (Int J Dermatol) Vol. 52 Issue 1 Pg. 14-22 (Jan 2013) ISSN: 1365-4632 [Electronic] England
• PMID: 23278604 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)
• Copyright: © 2013 The International Society of Dermatology.

Chemical References

• Dermatologic Agents

Topics

• Dermatitis (prevention & control)
• Dermatologic Agents (therapeutic use)
• Diaper Rash (prevention & control)
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Humans
• Infant, Newborn
• Practice Guidelines as Topic
• Skin Care (methods, standards)
• Umbilical Cord