As Compared to the Apgar Scale,the Brazelton Neonatal Behavioral Assessment

question 89

Multiple Choice

As compared to the Apgar scale,the Brazelton Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale differs in that ____.

• A)it has been greatly criticized for being too subjective and lacks scientific support
• B)it is only used by midwives,and gynecologists and obstetricians are not allowed to perform it
• C)it has been criticized for being biased towards women from developed countries
• D)it is performed about a day after birth and can be given any time within the first two months

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Definitions:

Isometric Exercises

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Range-of-Motion Exercises

Physical activities designed to move joints through their full span of motion to improve or maintain flexibility and muscle strength.

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