Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Newborn born vaginally with vacuum extractor assistance, swelling over the newborn's head that crosses the suture line.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?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Caput succedaneum involves swelling of the scalp caused by pressure during delivery, often crossing suture lines due to subcutaneous fluid accumulation, a hallmark distinguishing it from other neonatal head conditions.