Which information about variations in the infant's blood counts is important for the nurse to explain to the new parents?
A) A somewhat lower-than-expected red blood cell count could be the result of a delay in clamping the umbilical cord.
B) An early high white blood cell (WBC) count is normal at birth and should rapidly decrease.
C) Platelet counts are higher in the newborn than in adults for the first few months.
D) Even a modest vitamin K deficiency means a problem with the blood's ability to properly clot.
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