216 R.I. Code R. 216-RICR-40-10-8.12

Current through December 26, 2024

Section 216-RICR-40-10-8.12 - Criteria Requiring Transfer of Newborn

A. * Signifies that the risk factor could be clinically significant and, therefore, subject to the Director of Medical Affairs' final determination.

B. Apgar score of:

1. Five (5) or less at one (1) min.; or

2. Seven (7) or less at five (5) min.

C. Exaggerated tremors

D. Failure to take feeding

E. Instability of vital signs which includes T.P.R.

F. Jaundice

G. Major congenital anomaly

H. Neonatal sepsis or infection

I. Respiratory distress

J. *Signs of pre or post maturity

K. Shock or asphyxia

L. *Weight (<2500 grams)

M. Any other condition requiring more than twelve (12) hours observation post delivery

216 R.I. Code R. 216-RICR-40-10-8.12

Amended effective 11/25/2018