RNC Low Risk Neonatal (LRN) Nursing Practice Test

Torticollis is a condition characterized by a reduced range of motion in the neck, often resulting from trauma during birth. In newborns, this may manifest as a limited ability to turn the head to one side, leading to a characteristic head tilt. The mechanism often involves muscular tightness or spasms, sometimes associated with positional issues in utero or trauma during delivery.

Unlike the other conditions mentioned, torticollis specifically refers to neck muscle and movement issues, making it the most relevant diagnosis in this context. Strabismus relates to eye misalignment, spina bifida is a neural tube defect affecting the spine, and microcephaly involves reduced head size typically associated with neurodevelopmental concerns. Thus, torticollis accurately describes the condition involving reduced neck motion due to potential birth trauma.