The Apgar Score Is Not Only Useful in Determining Neonate's

question 43

Multiple Choice

The Apgar score is not only useful in determining neonate's status at birth, but also predicts ____.

• A) the likelihood of death in the first month of life
• B) adult height
• C) risk of cancer in childhood
• D) scores on the Brazelton Neonatal Behavioural Assessment Scale at 2 months

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