Asked by Haoran Huyuan on Jul 20, 2024
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What are distended sebaceous glands that appear as tiny white papules on cheeks, chin, and nose in the newborn period called?
A) Milia
B) Lanugo
C) Mongolian spots
D) Cutis marmorata
Sebaceous Glands
Small oil-producing glands in the skin that secrete sebum to lubricate the skin and hair.
Milia
Tiny, white, keratin-filled cysts that form under the skin, often appearing on the face.
Lanugo
Fine, soft hair, especially that which covers the body and limbs of a human fetus or newborn.
- Identify and explain typical observations and frequent deviations in evaluations of newborns.
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Bezer Jean-LouisJul 25, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Distended sebaceous glands that appear as tiny white papules on cheeks, chin, and nose in the newborn period are milia, which are common variations found in newborns. Lanugo is fine downy hair. Mongolian spots are irregular areas of deep blue pigmentation, usually in the sacral and gluteal areas. Cutis marmorata is transient mottling when the newborn is exposed to decreased body temperatures.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and explain typical observations and frequent deviations in evaluations of newborns.