A 2-Hour-Old Infant Has Ruddy Skin and Delayed Capillary Refill

question 55

Multiple Choice

A 2-hour-old infant has ruddy skin and delayed capillary refill.What laboratory value best correlates with this condition?

• A) Blood glucose is 38 mg/dL.
• B) Blood glucose is 65 mg/dL.
• C) Hematocrit is 42%.
• D) Hematocrit is 72%.

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Definitions:

Congenital Defect

A physical or biochemical abnormality that is present from birth and can result in physical or mental disability.

Vas Deferens

The duct that conveys sperm from the testicle to the urethra.

Vasectomy

A surgical procedure for male sterilization or permanent contraception that involves cutting and sealing the vas deferens.

Gamete

A mature haploid reproductive cell, such as a sperm or egg, that can unite with another cell to form a zygote.