An Infant Is Delivered with the Use of Forceps

question 21

Multiple Choice

An infant is delivered with the use of forceps.What should the nurse assess for in the newborn?

• A) Loss of hair from contact with forceps
• B) Sacral hematoma
• C) Facial asymmetry
• D) Shoulder dislocation

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