Author Question: What term describes irregular areas of deep blue pigmentation seen predominantly in newborns of ... (Read 122 times)

rlane42 · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

What term describes irregular areas of deep blue pigmentation seen predominantly in newborns of African, Asian, Native American, or Hispanic descent?

a. Acrocyanosis
b. Erythema toxicum
c. Mongolian spots
d. Harlequin color changes

Question 2

What are distended sebaceous glands that appear as tiny white papules on cheeks, chin, and nose in the newborn period called?

a. Milia
b. Lanugo
c. Mongolian spots
d. Cutis marmorata

kkenney · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Irregular areas of deep blue pigmentation seen predominantly in newborns of African, Asian, Native American, or Hispanic descent are Mongolian spots, which are common variations found in newborns of African, Asian, Native American, or Hispanic descent. Acrocyanosis is cyanosis of the hands and feet that is a usual finding in newborns. Erythema toxicum is a pink papular with vesicles that may appear in 24 to 48 hours and resolve after several days. Harlequin color changes are clearly outlined areas of color change. As the newborn lies on one side, the lower half of the body becomes pink and the upper half is pale.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Distended sebaceous glands that appear as tiny white papules on cheeks, chin, and nose in the newborn period are milia, which are common variations found in newborns. Lanugo is fine downy hair. Mongolian spots are irregular areas of deep blue pigmentation, usually in the sacral and gluteal areas. Cutis marmorata is transient mottling when the newborn is exposed to decreased body temperatures.