Your 4-month-old patient is reported to be irritable and lethargic after feeding poorly for two days.One method for assessing the patient's level of hydration is to gently palpate the soft spots on the surface of the skull.These soft spots are also known as the:
A) fontanelles.
B) acromion process.
C) mandibles.
D) carpals.

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The soft spots on the surface of a newborn's skull are called fontanelles, and they gradually harden as the skull bones fuse together over time. Fontanelle palpation can be used to assess a child's level of hydration, as a sunken fontanelle is an indicator of dehydration.

Your 4-Month-Old Patient Is Reported to Be Irritable and Lethargic