Compared to Full-Term Infants, Preterm Babies Are

question 33

Multiple Choice

Compared to full-term infants, preterm babies are

• A) at a greater risk for child abuse.
• B) more often held close.
• C) talked to more gently.
• D) more often touched.

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Definitions:

β-galactosidase Enzyme

An enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of β-galactosides into monosaccharides, primarily involved in lactose breakdown.

Lac Operon

A gene regulatory mechanism in bacteria where the metabolism of lactose is controlled by the interaction of several genes and protein products.

Mutation

A change in the DNA sequence within an organism's genome, which can lead to variations in physical appearance, function, or behavior.

Lactose

A sugar present in milk and dairy products, consisting of glucose and galactose units.