Which will the nurse observe when assessing a 2-week-old newborn with congenital hypothyroidism? Select all that apply.Express answer in small letters followed by a comma and a space-e.g. ,a,b,c
A) Diarrhea
B) Tachycardia
C) Large anterior fontanel
D) Large posterior fontanel
E) Dry mottled skin
F) Hoarse cry
G) Cyanosis

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Signs and symptoms of congenital hypothyroidism at birth include large anterior and posterior fontanels,a hoarse cry,and cyanosis.The infant will have constipation,not diarrhea.The infant will have bradycardia,not tachycardia.Dry mottled skin is a clinical manifestation,but it is not seen until age 6 to 9 weeks.

Which Will the Nurse Observe When Assessing a 2-Week-Old Newborn