Which Anatomic and Physiologic Findings Are Normal in Infants Younger

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which anatomic and physiologic findings are normal in infants younger than 1 year old?

• A) The epiglottis is large and floppy.
• B) The basal metabolic rate is lower than that of an adult.
• C) The size of the head is smaller compared with the rest of the body.
• D) The hormonal and metabolic response to pain is the same as that of an adult.
• E) A positive Babinski reflex is a normal finding.

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