The Mother of a 16-Week-Old Infant Is Concerned Because She

question 33

Multiple Choice

The mother of a 16-week-old infant is concerned because she cannot feel the posterior fontanelle on her infant. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?

• A) "It is normal for the posterior fontanelle to close by 8 to 12 weeks after birth."
• B) "Bring your infant to the clinic immediately."
• C) "This is due to overriding of the cranial bones during labor."
• D) "Your baby must be dehydrated."

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