11: Normals & Abnormals

Question 1

Considerable overriding of the skull bones may take place to facilitate passage through the birth canal

Answer 1

Molding

Question 2

When might petechiae of the face and facial bruising be seen?

Answer 2

In the infant born vertex after a rapid second stage or after a tight nuchal cord.

Question 3

Vasoconstriction of peripheral vessels resulting in a mottled appearance.

Answer 3

Acrocyanosis