What Marks on a Baby's Skin May Indicate an Underlying

question 9

Multiple Choice

What marks on a baby's skin may indicate an underlying problem that requires notification of a physician?

• A)Mongolian spots on the back
• B)Telangiectatic nevi on the nose or nape of the neck
• C)Petechiae scattered over the infant's body
• D)Erythema toxicum anywhere on the body

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Definitions:

Dissonance Theory

A psychological concept suggesting that people experience discomfort (dissonance) when their beliefs, ideas, or behaviors are inconsistent with each other, motivating them to seek consistency.

Defensive Attribution

A cognitive bias where an individual attributes causes of accidents or misfortunes to external factors to avoid personal blame or fear of future negative events.

Bad Mouth

To speak negatively about someone or something, often in a disrespectful or slanderous manner.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological state of tension that occurs when an individual holds two conflicting thoughts, beliefs, attitudes, or perceptions simultaneously.