An Infant Born with a Gestational Age of 254 Days

question 107

Multiple Choice

An infant born with a gestational age of 254 days would be considered

• A)premature.
• B)normal maturity.
• C)postmature.
• D)immature.
• E)None of these choices is correct.

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Definitions:

Humoral Immunity

A component of the immune system that is mediated by antibodies produced by B cells.

Bacterial Infections

Diseases caused by bacteria, microorganisms that can lead to various illnesses ranging from minor skin infections to more severe conditions like pneumonia or meningitis.

Hemoglobin

A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body and returns carbon dioxide from the body to the lungs for exhalation.

Immunoglobulin

A protein produced by the immune system to help fight off infections, also known as antibodies.