Which of the Following Describes a Neonate Who Was Born

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes a neonate who was born small-for-date?

• A) the circumference of their head is 85% of other infants born the same gestational age
• B) they weigh less than 90% of other infants born at the same gestational age
• C) they are 10% shorter than other infants born the same gestational age
• D) their height is 15% longer than other infants born at the same gestational age

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Definitions:

Corporal Punishment

The use of physical force, with the intention of causing pain but not injury, as a method of correcting or controlling behavior.

Abuse

Involves the mistreatment of an individual, often resulting in physical, emotional, or sexual harm, frequently within a context of power imbalance.

Mesoderm

The middle layer of an embryo in early development that gives rise to muscles, bones, and circulatory systems.

Endoderm

The innermost layer of cells or tissue of an embryo in early development, giving rise to the digestive and respiratory systems.