All of the following are common for healthy neonates except

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Neonates typically have skulls that are not yet fully fused and are somewhat flexible to allow for passage through the birth canal. This flexibility is crucial for both the birthing process and brain growth during the early months of life. Choices A, B, and D are common characteristics seen in newborns: misshapen and bruised faces can result from passage through the birth canal, very pink skin is typical due to blood circulation, and a covering of white, downy hair (lanugo) is common, especially in preterm babies.

All of the Following Are Common for Healthy Neonates Except