Which observation during a newborn examination is a normal transitional finding?
Correct answer: A. Mild molding of the skull after vaginal birth
- A. Mild molding of the skull after vaginal birth
- B. A tense bulging fontanelle while the newborn is quiet
- C. Persistent central cyanosis during normal breathing
- D. Repeated projectile vomiting after every feed
Explanation
Mild molding occurs when the skull bones overlap during passage through the birth canal and usually resolves with time. A bulging fontanelle in a quiet infant, central cyanosis, and repeated projectile vomiting require further assessment. These findings may indicate serious neurological, respiratory, or gastrointestinal problems.
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