Normocephalic/Atraumatic stands for which examination finding?

• A. Normocephalic/Atraumatic
• B. Head trauma present
• C. Macrocephalic
• D. Craniosynostosis

Answer: (A)

These terms describe a normal head examination. Normocephalic means the head is normal in size and shape. Atraumatic means there are no signs of injury—no scalp wounds, no swelling, no deformities, and no tenderness indicating trauma. When you see both together, it indicates no acute abnormalities were found in the head on exam. That’s why this phrase is the correct description of the examination finding.

The other options point to problems: head trauma present would mean evidence of injury; macrocephalic means an abnormally large head; craniosynostosis refers to premature fusion of skull sutures causing an abnormal head shape.