While performing a physical assessment of a newborn boy, the nurse notes diffuse edema of the soft tissues of his scalp that crosses suture lines. The nurse documents this finding as:

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Caput succedaneum is characterized by diffuse edema of the soft tissues of the scalp, which often crosses suture lines. It is commonly seen in newborns as a result of the pressure exerted on the head during delivery.

While Performing a Physical Assessment of a Newborn Boy, the Nurse