Reduction of Risk PotentialQuestion 2067 of 2368

A newborn's abdomen has a scaphoid appearance. Which condition does the nurse suspect?

  1. Congenital diaphragmatic hernia
  2. Bowel obstruction
  3. Diastasis recti
  4. Infection of the umbilical stump
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Correct answer: Congenital diaphragmatic hernia

A scaphoid abdomen may signal a diaphragmatic hernia, an emergency needing surgery. Distention suggests obstruction.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Healthy Newborn Care: Assessment (Recognize Cues). Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Reduction of Risk Potential"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026