In order to assess newborn June with the NBAS, Dr. Lee is determining how long she stays awake. Which system is Dr. Lee assessing?
A) Social
B) State
C) Motor
D) Autonomic

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The NBAS (Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale) assesses various aspects of a newborn's behavior, including their ability to regulate states of consciousness such as being awake, asleep, or drowsy. The "State" system specifically refers to these states of consciousness, so when Dr. Lee is determining how long June stays awake, she is assessing the "State" system.

In Order to Assess Newborn June with the NBAS, Dr