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Why is heat loss a significant challenge in preterm infants?
Why is heat loss a significant challenge in preterm infants?
Which factor contributes to excessive heat loss in preterm infants?
Which factor contributes to excessive heat loss in preterm infants?
How does the posture of a preterm infant's extremities affect heat loss?
How does the posture of a preterm infant's extremities affect heat loss?
Why are preterm infants prone to low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia)?
Why are preterm infants prone to low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia)?
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What makes the preterm newborn vulnerable to cold stress?
What makes the preterm newborn vulnerable to cold stress?
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The preterm infant has a lack of ______, which is the body’s insulation.
The preterm infant has a lack of ______, which is the body’s insulation.
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There is excessive heat loss by radiation from a surface area that is large in proportion to body ______.
There is excessive heat loss by radiation from a surface area that is large in proportion to body ______.
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The large surface area of the head predisposes the infant to heat ______.
The large surface area of the head predisposes the infant to heat ______.
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The sweat glands are not functioning to ______.
The sweat glands are not functioning to ______.
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The posture of the preterm infant’s extremities is one of leg ______.
The posture of the preterm infant’s extremities is one of leg ______.
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What is the primary reason for excessive heat loss in preterm infants?
What is the primary reason for excessive heat loss in preterm infants?
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Why are preterm infants less resistant to cold compared to full-term infants?
Why are preterm infants less resistant to cold compared to full-term infants?
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What role does brown fat play in a newborn's ability to regulate heat?
What role does brown fat play in a newborn's ability to regulate heat?
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Why are preterm infants at a higher risk of hypoglycemia compared to full-term infants?
Why are preterm infants at a higher risk of hypoglycemia compared to full-term infants?
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In what position do preterm infants typically hold their extremities, contributing to increased heat loss?
In what position do preterm infants typically hold their extremities, contributing to increased heat loss?
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