Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A newborn who is postmatureWhich of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Postmature newborns have cracked, peeling skin due to prolonged amniotic fluid exposure and reduced vernix. Lanugo, short nails, and vernix are typical of preterm or term infants.