What is GTPAL
G - gravida (# of preg) T - term (38-42 weeks) P - preterm (<38 weeks) A - abortions L - living
Convection
Flow of heat from the body surface to cooler surrounding air
Conduction
Transfer of body heat to a cooler solid object in contact with the baby
Radiation
Transfer of heat to a cooler object not in contact with the baby
Evaporation
Loss of heat through conversion of a liquid to a vapor
Signs of cold stress
Lethargy Feeding intolerance Respiratory depression Acidosis Deceptive bright red color
Nursing interventions of cold injury
Reward slowly
Undress baby
NPO
Supplemental O2