The nurse is bathing a newborn infant in the nursery and notices scaly white patches over the infant's scalp. What is the most appropriate action by the nurse?

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The scaly white patches over the infant's scalp likely indicate cradle cap (seborrheic dermatitis), which is common in newborns. Washing the scalp and applying gentle scrubbing can help remove the scales. This is a normal condition and does not typically require immediate medical intervention unless there are signs of infection or it is severe.

The Nurse Is Bathing a Newborn Infant in the Nursery