At what age should the nurse expect the anterior fontanel to close?
A) 2 months
B) 2 to 4 months
C) 6 to 8 months
D) 12 to 18 months

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The anterior fontanel normally closes between ages 12 and 18 months. Two to 8 months is too early. The expected closure of the anterior fontanel occurs between ages 12 and 18 months; if it closes between ages 2 and 8 months, the child should be referred for further evaluation.

At What Age Should the Nurse Expect the Anterior Fontanel