Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A newborn with bluish markings across the lower back.During a physical assessment of a newborn, the nurse observes bluish markings across the newborn's lower back. The nurse interprets this finding as:
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Dermal melanosis (Mongolian spots) are benign bluish patches common in certain ethnic groups, unlike milia, stork bites, or trauma-related marks.