Newborn Baby Characteristics

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What is the purpose of vernix caseosa during pregnancy?

To provide insulation for the baby

To prevent bacterial infection inside the baby (correct)

To help the baby breathe inside the womb

To aid in the baby's digestion

Why is it important not to remove sebum secretion from a baby?

Removing it could lead to the baby losing hair

It is toxic and can harm the baby

It is attached to the skin and removing it would peel off the scalp (correct)

It provides essential nutrients to the baby's skin

Which type of birthmark is known for its reddish to purplish discoloration, resembling that of a port wine?

NB Lesions/Mongolian Spots

Lanugo

Sebum secretion

Nevus Flammeus/Port-Wine Stain (correct)

What causes NB Lesions/Mongolian Spots in infants?

Collections of pigment-producing cells in a deeper layer of the skin Signup and view all the answers

Where are NB Lesions/Mongolian Spots usually found on infants at birth?

Lower back or buttocks Signup and view all the answers

Why does lanugo begin to fall off before birth?

To allow for better temperature regulation after birth Signup and view all the answers

Which skin condition can be mistaken as warts or other STDs?

Milia Signup and view all the answers

At what age do Milia often disappear in children?

Within 2-4 weeks Signup and view all the answers

Which skin condition is described as a keratin-filled cyst that can appear just under the epidermis or on the roof of the mouth?

Milia Signup and view all the answers

In which skin condition does the area of skin affected grow in proportion to general growth?

Capillary Hemangiomas Signup and view all the answers

What is a prime symptom of Erythema Toxicum Neonatorum?

Small rash of papules Signup and view all the answers

Which skin condition may turn gray and fade completely between ages 5-10?

Hemangioma Simplex Signup and view all the answers

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What is the purpose of vernix caseosa during pregnancy?

Why is it important not to remove sebum secretion from a baby?

Which type of birthmark is known for its reddish to purplish discoloration, resembling that of a port wine?

What causes NB Lesions/Mongolian Spots in infants?

Where are NB Lesions/Mongolian Spots usually found on infants at birth?

Why does lanugo begin to fall off before birth?

Which skin condition can be mistaken as warts or other STDs?

At what age do Milia often disappear in children?

Which skin condition is described as a keratin-filled cyst that can appear just under the epidermis or on the roof of the mouth?

In which skin condition does the area of skin affected grow in proportion to general growth?

What is a prime symptom of Erythema Toxicum Neonatorum?

Which skin condition may turn gray and fade completely between ages 5-10?

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