Which of the Following Responses Best Describes the Sensory Ability

question 172

Multiple Choice

Which of the following responses best describes the sensory ability of the newborn?

• A) All of the newborn's senses are functional at birth.
• B) The neonate does not yet have preference for certain tastes or sounds.
• C) All of the newborn's senses are fully developed at birth.
• D) None of the newborn's senses are functional at birth.

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