A Neonate Is Delivered 3 Weeks Before the Due Date

A neonate is delivered 3 weeks before the due date. The nurse performs assessment of gestational age by using the Ballard maturational scoring tool. Which assessment result indicates a premature infant?

A) A rating of the highest scores for physical maturity and neuromuscular activity
B) A rating of the lowest scores for physical maturity and neuromuscular activity
C) A rating of the lowest scores based on weight, length, and head circumference
D) A rating of the highest scores based on weight, length, and head circumference