The infant's heat loss immediately at birth is predominantly from

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Because the infant is wet with amniotic fluid and blood, heat loss by evaporation occurs quickly. Radiation occurs with the transfer of heat to a cooler object that is not in direct contact with the infant. Conduction occurs when the infant comes into contact with a cold surface. The crib should be preheated to prevent this from occurring. Convection occurs when heat is transferred to the air surrounding the infant.

The Infant's Heat Loss Immediately at Birth Is Predominantly from