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What is the primary characteristic that defines a preterm baby?
What is the primary characteristic that defines a preterm baby?
- Birth weight less than 2.5 kg
- Birth before 37 weeks of gestation (correct)
- Head circumference less than 30 cm
- Birth length less than 45 cm
What is the typical gestational age range for a term baby?
What is the typical gestational age range for a term baby?
- 32-35 weeks
- 37-42 weeks (correct)
- 35-37 weeks
- 42-45 weeks
At what gestational age is an infant considered preterm?
At what gestational age is an infant considered preterm?
- Before 36 weeks
- Before 37 weeks (correct)
- Before 38 weeks
- Before 35 weeks
What is the upper limit of gestational age for a term baby?
What is the upper limit of gestational age for a term baby?
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Why is it important to determine whether a baby is preterm or term?
Why is it important to determine whether a baby is preterm or term?
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