The correct way to transilluminate an infant's skull is to:
a. hold the light 18 inches from the skull.
b. move the light toward and then away from the head.
c. place the light firmly against the skull.
d. shine the light inside the infant's mouth.
C
The correct technique for transillumination of the infant's skull is to place the light source tightly against the skull so that no light escapes.
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