Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 66%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Newborn who is postmatureA nurse is preparing to assess a newborn who is postmature. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
B,E
Rationale
The correct answer is B and E. Postmature newborns are born after 42 weeks of gestation, which can lead to certain physical characteristics. Cracked, peeling skin (choice B) is expected due to prolonged exposure to amniotic fluid. Abundant vernix (choice E) is not typically seen in postmature babies because it is usually absorbed before birth. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as a positive Moro reflex, abundant lanugo, and short soft fingernails are not specific to postmature newborns.