A nurse is caring for a newborn who has hydrocephalus.Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect to find?

The correct answer is Choice C.Choice A rationaleOver-riding suture lines are not a typical manifestation of hydrocephalus. This condition involves the accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid within the brain’s ventricles, leading to increased intracranial pressure.Choice B rationaleA backward sloping appearance of the forehead is not associated with hydrocephalus. This condition typically presents with an enlarged head circumference due to fluid accumulation.Choice C rationaleDilated scalp veins are a common manifestation of hydrocephalus. The increased intracranial pressure causes the veins to become more prominent and visible.Choice D rationaleHypertension is not a primary symptom of hydrocephalus in newborns. The condition primarily affects the brain and skull, leading to symptoms like an enlarged head, bulging fontanelles, and dilated scalp veins.