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The Nurse Is Assessing a New Admission to the Newborn

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The nurse is assessing a new admission to the newborn nursery. Which physical findings suggest the infant was preterm?


A) The ear pinna quickly returns to original position after being bent manually.
B) The infant's resting position is tightly flexed.
C) Labia widely separated with clitoris prominent.
D) Breast area barely perceptible with flat areola, no bud.
E) Sole creases do not extend the length of the foot.

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