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CLASSIFICATION OF NEWBORNS - Mead Johnson Nutrition 2026

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The document outlines a unified system for classifying newborns based on gestational age and intrauterine growth. It provides a framework for healthcare professionals to assess and categorize infants as appropriate-for-gestational age (AGA), small-for-gestational age (SGA), or large-for-gestational age (LGA). The classification is based on neurological and physical characteristics, as well as measurements of weight, length, and head circumference. The system aims to enhance the care of newborns by accurately identifying those at high risk.

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Begin by entering the gestational age in weeks at the top of the form. This is crucial for accurate classification.
Fill in the birth date and time, ensuring you note both AM and PM correctly.
Proceed to assess neuromuscular maturity by scoring each characteristic listed, such as posture and arm recoil. Use the provided scoring system for accuracy.
Next, evaluate physical maturity by filling out details regarding skin condition, lanugo presence, and plantar surface characteristics.
Complete the scoring section based on your evaluations. This will help classify the newborn as AGA, SGA, or LGA.
Finally, ensure that both examiners sign and date the form to validate the assessments made.

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What is the classification of a newborn?

Neonates can be classified based on gestational age (preterm, late preterm, term, post term), birthweight (extremely low birthweight [ELBW], very low birthweight [VLBW], low birthweight [LBW], etc.), and gestational age and birthweight combined (small for gestational age [SGA], appropriate for gestational age [AGA],

What does Mead Johnson Nutrition make?

Over the years, Mead Johnson has produced an impressive array of formulas for infants and specialty nutritional innovations including Nutramigen and Enfamil, our leading products today. Nutramigen, the first infant formula for the nutritional management of cows milk allergy, was launched in 1942.

What is the name of the newborn maturity rating scale?

Ballard score also known as Ballard Maturational assessment or Ballard scale given by Dr. Jeanne L Ballard. It is a commonly used technique for the assessment of Gestational age. Premature babies have low scores and late-born babies have high scores.

What is Mead Johnson GA infant formula?

GA is an iron-fortified infant formula and medical food powder that is free of the essential amino acids lysine and tryptophan for infants, children and adults with documented glutaric acidemia type 1.

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