Which of the following is a localized, easily identifiable soft ...

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Which of the following is a localized, easily identifiable soft area of the infant's scalp, generally resulting from a long and difficult labor or vacuum extraction?
 
  1. Caput succedaneum
  2. Cephalohematoma
  3. Molding
  4. Depressed fontanelles

Question 2

A prenatal patient asks the nurse about conditions that would necessitate a cesarean delivery.
 
  The nurse explains that cesarean delivery generally is performed in the presence of: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Complete placenta previa.
  2. Placental abruption.
  3. Umbilical cord prolapse.
  4. Precipitous labor.
  5. Failure to progress.

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Answer to Question 1

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Explanation: 1. Caput succedaneum is a localized, easily identifiable soft area of the scalp, generally resulting from a long and difficult labor or vacuum extraction.

Answer to Question 2

1,2,3,5
Rationale 1: When the placenta completely covers the uterine opening, a cesarean is performed.
Rationale 2: Premature separation of the placenta from the uterine wall requires an immediate cesarean.
Rationale 3: A prolapsed cord is an emergency requiring an immediate cesarean.
Rationale 4: Precipitous labor does not require a cesarean section.
Rationale 5: Failure to progress can necessitate a cesarean birth.

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