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SKELETAL SYSTEM - Newborn Skull Flashcards

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What are fontanels?

A

Unossified areas in the skull that allow for brain growth and birth canal passage.

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Which fontanel closes last?

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The anterior fontanel (closes at 18-24 months).

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What are the names of the main fontanels?

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Anterior, Posterior, Sphenoid, and Mastoid.

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