When assessing a sick 3-week-old baby, which finding would be most concerning?

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Mucus occluding both nares can be a sign of respiratory distress in a newborn, which can quickly escalate and become life-threatening. The fontanelle level with the skull (option A) and a rectal temperature of 99.4°F (option D) both fall within normal ranges for a 3-week-old baby. The soft spot on top of the head (option B) is a normal anatomical feature of a newborn and shouldn't cause concern.

When Assessing a Sick 3-Week-Old Baby, Which Finding Would Be