During the First 72 Hours in the Life of a Healthy

question 20

Multiple Choice

During the first 72 hours in the life of a healthy newborn,what changes would be expected in arterial blood gases?
I.pH would increase
II.PaCO₂ would decrease
III.HCO₃- would increase
IV.PaO₂ would increase

• A) I, II, and IV only
• B) I, II, III, and IV
• C) I and IV only
• D) II and IV only

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Definitions:

Facial-Feedback Hypothesis

The theory suggesting that facial expressions can influence emotional experiences.

Brain Recognize

Refers to the complex cognitive process by which the brain identifies, decodes, and interprets stimuli or information from the environment.

Facial Expressions

Movements of the facial muscles that convey emotions, intentions, or social information to others.

Emotional Experience

The complex state of feeling resulting from psychological interactions with one's environment, often involving physiological changes.