A collection of blood between the skull bone and its periosteum is known as a cephalhematoma. To reassure the new parents whose infant develops such a soft bulge, it is important that the nurse be aware that this condition:
A) May occur with spontaneous vaginal birth.
B) Only happens as the result of a forceps or vacuum delivery.
C) Is present immediately after birth.
D) Will gradually absorb over the first few months of life.

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Cephalhematoma may occur with spontaneous vaginal birth due to pressure exerted on the baby's head during birth. It does not necessarily only happen as a result of forceps or vacuum delivery. The bulge may not be present immediately after birth but may develop in the first few days. It will gradually be absorbed over the first few months of life.

A Collection of Blood Between the Skull Bone and Its