ORPHANED BABY CARE CHART
Condition Upon Arrival: (Circle One):
Temperature: Normal ------ Cold ------ Hot
Dehydrated? Yes -------- No ----------
(Hydrate a WARM baby only!!)
Anemic? Yes ------------ No ----------- (nose, mouth, hands will be pale to white)
Identifying Marks:
What circumstances made these babies orphaned?
Do you know if these babies were nursing on a dead mother?
Any Injuries? Yes ------------ No -----------
If yes, what kind? (Describe below)
Is the baby responsive? Yes ---------- No
Weight:
Sex:
Appx Age:
Diarrhea? Yes --------- No
Color of urine: Normal (pale yellow)------- Dark -------- Bloody?
Medical treatment Administered: (if applicable)
Was a Vet seen?
If yes, what were his or her findings?
Antibiotics used:
Dose:
Duration:
Other Medications:
Dose:
Duration:
Hydration Method Used: Sub-Q ---------- Oral
Fluids used:
Amount given:
Duration of therapy :
Feeding Method: Tube ----- or -----syringe/pipette?
FEEDING CHART:
Special Notes:
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