ATI Maternal Newborn Assessment

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A newborn who was born vaginally with vacuum extractor assistance, with swelling over the head that crosses the suture line

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A nurse is assessing a newborn who was born vaginally with vacuum extractor assistance. The nurse notes swelling over the newborn's head that crosses the suture line. The nurse should identify the swelling as which of the following findings?

A. Nevus flammeus B. Caput succedaneum C. Cephalohematoma D. Erythema toxicum

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Caput succedaneum is swelling of soft tissues crossing suture lines, caused by pressure during delivery, often with vacuum extraction.

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