INFANT ILLNESS: SIGNS & SYMPTOMS Mrs. Tucker Child Development
General Behavior Unusually quiet, irritable, drowsy or restless
Appetite More than one feeding refused
Vomiting Vomiting between feedings Forceful not to be confused with spitting up
Bowel Movements/Urine Sudden increase of decrease in the number of stools, unusual color, odor, or consistency Decrease in urine
Fever Temperature of 102 degrees F. or above
Color Unusually flushed Lack of color (paleness) Rash
Breathing Slow or labored breathing Discharge from nose Excessive sneezing Coughing
Eyes Red, irritated Sensitive to light
Skin Dry or hot to the touch Excess perspiration
Bodily Movements Convulsions Twitching or shaking Stiffness or immobility in part of the body
Pain Sharp screaming Head rolling Ear rubbing