NCLEX Pediatric Related

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The nurse is caring for the newborn infant. The nurse should prepare to assess the newborn’s anterior fontanel by which method?

  • A. Lay the infant on his or her back.
  • B. Stimulate the infant to cry strongly.
  • C. Feel near the parietal and occipital bones.
  • D. Place the infant in a sitting position.
Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The anterior fontanel is assessed with the infant in a sitting position (45°–90°) to evaluate size and abnormalities. Supine positioning or crying may cause bulging and parietal/occipital bones locate the posterior fontanel.