The Transition Period Between Intrauterine and Extrauterine Existence for the Newborn

question 30

Multiple Choice

The transition period between intrauterine and extrauterine existence for the newborn:

• A) consists of four phases, two reactive and two of decreased responses.
• B) is referred to as the neonatal period and lasts from birth to day 28 of life.
• C) applies to full-term births only.
• D) varies by socioeconomic status and the mother's age.