Examination of a 6-month-old child revealed a delay in closure of the occipital fontanelle. When should it normally close?

Answer options

1. Before 6 months
2. Before the end of the first year of life
3. Before the child is born
4. Before 3 months
5. Before the end of the second year of life

Explanation

Occipital fontanelle closes within the first 2 to 3 months of life.