What Is the Major Reason Why Very-Low-Birth-Weight Babies Are in Grave

question 27

Multiple Choice

What is the major reason why very-low-birth-weight babies are in grave danger from the moment they are born?

• A)They are exposed to toxic air and other substances.
• B)The babies are developing outside the womb.
• C)There is an immaturity of their organ systems.
• D)There is rejection by the mother.

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