Which are clinical manifestations of postmaturity in the newborn? (Select all that apply.)
a. Excessive lanugo
b. Increased subcutaneous fat
c. Absence of scalp hair
d. Parchment-like skin
e. Minimal vernix caseosa
f. Long fingernails
ANS: D, E, F
In postmature newborns, the skin is often cracked, parchment-like, and desquamating; there is little to no vernix caseosa; and fingernails are long. Lanugo is usually absent in postmature newborns. Subcutaneous fat is usually depleted, giving the child a thin, elongated appearance. Scalp hair is usually abundant.
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