Choose the Correct Statement Regarding Neonates

question 61

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct statement regarding neonates.

• A) Urinary water losses are low.
• B) The digestive system is extremely active before birth.
• C) Neonatal respiratory rates are considerably lower than those of adults.
• D) Typical neonatal heart rates are lower than fetal heart rates.
• E) At birth, the lungs are fully expanded and filled with fluid.

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Definitions:

Ectoparasitic Infection

An infestation of the skin or outer surface of an organism by parasites such as lice or ticks.

Scabies

A skin infestation by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei, causing intense itching and rash.

Trichomoniasis

A sexually transmitted infection caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis, characterized by itching, discharge, and discomfort.

Cystitis

Inflammation of the bladder, usually caused by a bacterial infection, leading to symptoms like painful urination and an urgent need to urinate.