What Is the Most Critical Physiological Change Required of the Newborn

question 14

Multiple Choice

What is the most critical physiological change required of the newborn?

• A) Closure of fetal shunts in the circulatory system
• B) Full function of the immune defence system at birth
• C) Maintenance of a stable temperature
• D) Initiation and maintenance of respirations

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