During an assessment, the nurse notes the anterior fontanel of a 5 month old is open. This finding:

1. Is abnormal, and the doctor should be immediately notified.
2. Is abnormal at this age, and a head circumference should be done prior to calling the doctor.
3. Is normal at this age.
4. Is normal and should close by the age of two.


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1. This is a normal finding, so the doctor does not need to be notified.
2. This is a normal finding.
3. The normal finding should be documented.
4. This is a normal finding, and the fontanel should close by the age of 18 months.

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