Author Question: The nurse is performing a physical examination on a 2-day-old newborn and notes flattened areas on ... (Read 83 times)

DyllonKazuo · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is performing a physical examination on a 2-day-old newborn and notes flattened areas on each side of the head. The mother expresses concern about the infant's appearance.

Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
1. The baby will likely need a neurologic evaluation.
2. The baby will need plastic surgery.
3. This is normal and will resolve in a few days.
4. What shape is your husband's head?

Question 2

The nurse is assessing the client's neck. Where is the axis located?

1. A.
2. B.
3. C.
4. D.

dawsa925 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3

Infants born by vaginal delivery experience molding, which is shaping of the head as it passes through the vaginal canal. The infant's head will take on a more normal round shape in several days. The infant will not require a neurologic evaluation because this is a normal finding. The shape of the infant's head is normal after birth and is unrelated to the shape of the father's head.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
The neck is formed by the seven cervical vertebrae, ligaments, and muscles, which support the cranium. The second cervical vertebra is commonly referred to as the axis. The axis allows for movement of the head.