A mother is concerned because the anterior fontanelle swells when the newborn cries. What would the nurse include in her teaching to a new mother about the normal findings concerning the fontanelles? Select all that apply
1. The fontanelles can swell with crying.
2. The fontanelles might be depressed.
3. The fontanelles can pulsate with the heartbeat.
4. The fontanelles might bulge.
5. The fontanelles can swell when stool is passed.
Correct
1; 3; 5
Rationale:
1. Newborn fontanelles can swell when the newborn cries or passes a stool, or can pulsate with the heartbeat; all of these findings are normal.
2. Depressed fontanelles indicate dehydration.
3. Newborn fontanelles can swell when the newborn cries or passes a stool, or can pulsate with the heartbeat; all of these findings are normal.
4. Bulging fontanelles signify increased intracranial pressure.
5. Newborn fontanelles can swell when the newborn cries or passes a stool, or can pulsate with the heartbeat; all of these findings are normal.
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