Nora was born just after the 32ⁿᵈ week of pregnancy. According to your authors, she would be referred to as a ________ baby.

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Preterm refers to a baby born before 37 weeks of gestation, which Nora was at just 32 weeks. Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure and protein in the urine, but it does not relate to the timing or weight of the baby. Low birth weight refers to a baby weighing less than 5.5 pounds regardless of gestational age, but Nora's weight is not provided in the question. Viability refers to the point in pregnancy when a fetus can potentially survive outside of the womb, which is generally around 24 weeks. Nora's gestational age is beyond viability, but she is still considered preterm.

Nora Was Born Just After the 32ⁿᵈ Week of Pregnancy