Once the child is born, various procedures are performed on the infant, including foot printing, putting antibiotic ointment in the eyes to prevent infection, and giving the baby an injection of vitamin K to

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Vitamin K is given to newborns to help their blood clot properly and prevent a rare but serious bleeding disorder known as Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding (VKDB). This is not related to heart rate, breathing, or inducing sleep.

Once the Child Is Born, Various Procedures Are Performed on the Infant