Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A newborn at risk for physiological jaundiceWhich assessment finding in a newborn places them at risk for physiological jaundice?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Cephalohematoma. Cephalohematoma is a collection of blood between a baby's skull and the periosteum. During the breakdown of red blood cells, bilirubin is released, leading to physiological jaundice. The other choices (B: Acrocyanosis, C: Caput succedaneum, D: Mongolian spots) are unrelated to the risk of physiological jaundice. Acrocyanosis is a common finding in newborns, Caput succedaneum is swelling of the scalp due to pressure during birth, and Mongolian spots are benign skin markings.