A 3.8-kg infant was vaginally delivered at 39 weeks after a 30-minute second stage.A nuchal cord was found at delivery.After birth,the infant is noted to have petechiae over the face and upper back.Which information regarding petechiae is most accurate and should be provided to the parents?

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Petechiae in newborns, especially when localized to the upper body, often result from the increased pressure during delivery, particularly in situations like a nuchal cord. They are generally benign if they resolve within the first 2 days of life.

A 38-Kg Infant Was Vaginally Delivered at 39 Weeks After a a 30-Minute