The nurse palpates the anterior fontanelle of a 2-month-old client and finds that it is larger than when assessed at birth.How should the nurse interpret this finding?
A)Recognize this as a normal finding
B)Report this finding to the physician
C)Check the fontanelle again the next day
D)Watch for signs of increased intracranial pressure

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The anterior fontanelle can appear larger at 2 months of age compared to at birth due to normal growth and skull expansion. This is a normal finding and does not typically indicate a problem unless accompanied by other concerning symptoms.

The Nurse Palpates the Anterior Fontanelle of a 2-Month-Old Client