The nurse is teaching a class on infant care to new parents. Which statement by a parent indicates that additional teaching is needed?
1. "The white spots on my baby's nose are called milia, and are harmless."
2. "The whitish cheeselike substance in the creases is vernix, and will be absorbed."
3. "The red spots with a white center on my baby are abnormal acne."
4. "Jaundice is a yellowish discoloration of skin that if noticed on the 1st day of life should be reported to the physician."
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Explanation: 3. Red spots with white or yellow centers are erythema toxicum. The peak incidence is at 24 to 48 hours of life. The condition rarely presents at birth or after 5 days of life. The cause is unknown, and no treatment is necessary.
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