A Common Method for Estimating Gestational Age of a Newborn

question 38

Multiple Choice

A common method for estimating gestational age of a newborn is to assess:

• A) middle finger length.
• B) creases on the sole of the foot.
• C) umbilical placement.
• D) visual acuity.

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Definitions:

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Ovum

A female reproductive cell or egg that can be fertilized by a sperm.