Studies Have Suggested That When Newborns Are Exposed to Pain

question 80

Multiple Choice

Studies have suggested that when newborns are exposed to pain, they

• A)are more sensitive to pains as adults.
• B)are less sensitive to pain as adults.
• C)avoid touch so as to avoid potential pain.
• D)become dependent on comforting forms of touch.

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