During the assessment, the nurse notices that an African American baby has a darker, slightly bluish-hued patch about 5 cm 7 cm on the buttocks and lower back. What is the nurse's next action?

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The description of the darker, slightly bluish-hued patch on the baby's buttocks and lower back is consistent with a Mongolian spot. Mongolian spots are common in African American, Asian, and Native American babies and are a benign variation in skin color rather than a bruise or sign of abuse. Documenting the presence of the Mongolian spot is appropriate.

During the Assessment, the Nurse Notices That an African American