Low Birth Weight Baby
Author(s):
Waribam Aruna Devi , Shivalik Institute of Nursing, ShimlaKeywords:
Low birth weight, IUGR, KANGAROO MOTHER CARE, NICUAbstract:
Low birth weight is one of the major problems for the new born baby throughout its life. It is the single most important factor determining the survival chances of the child. Many of them die during their first year. The weight of the baby is the best indicator to evaluate the newborn as well as the maternal health and the nutritional status of the mother. Most of the extreme low birth weight baby dies in the early months or year. And those who survive will have various health problem in their future life like muscle weakness, low IQ, heart problem, diabetes etc. Low birth weight can be prevented by providing proper nutrition and avoiding various unwanted things like smoking, alcohol consumption, medication without prescription & over exertion of the body which will lead to tiredness & weakness. Various research studies were also done to find the causes, prevention & treatment of Low birth weight.
Other Details:
| Manuscript Id | : | J4RV2I4031 |
| Published in | : | Volume : 2, Issue : 4 |
| Publication Date | : | 01/07/2016 |
| Page(s) | : | 71-74 |
