The First Breath of the Neonate Is Initiated by the

question 2

Multiple Choice

The first breath of the neonate is initiated by the

• A) passage through the birth canal.
• B) removal of amniotic fluid from its mouth.
• C) accumulation of carbon dioxide in the blood.
• D) detection of light by its visual receptors.
• E) increase in oxygen concentration in the lungs.

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Definitions:

Blanche of Castile

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Psalter of Saint Louis

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