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    ATI Maternal Newborn Proctored Exam

    What physical assessment finding is expected in a newborn after a precipitous delivery?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationaleBruising on the head is common in newborns after a precipitous delivery due to rapid passage through the birth canal, causing trauma to the head.Choice B rationaleLow birth weight is not specifically associated with precipitous delivery but could be related to other prenatal factors affecting fetal growth.Choice C rationaleHypotonia is not a typical finding in a newborn after a precipitous delivery, though it could indicate other neurological or muscular issues.Choice D rationaleHyperthermia is not a common finding directly associated with precipitous delivery but could be related to other factors or conditions in the newborn.

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