Newborns

question 129

Multiple Choice

Newborns

• A)are incapable of perceiving colour.
• B)can perceive a few colours.
• C)can perceive colour as well as adults.
• D)can perceive more colours than most adults.

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Definitions:

Vernix

A greasy, white substance that covers and protects the skin of a fetus while in the womb and is still present at birth in most cases.

Newborns

Infants from birth to about 2 months of age, characterized by rapid physical growth and development in the initial stages of life.

Miscarriage

The spontaneous loss of a pregnancy before the 20th week, often due to underlying health issues or genetic problems.

Stillbirth

The death of a baby before or during delivery.