A reported hematocrit level for a newborn vaginal birth is 75%. Based on this lab value, which complication is the newborn least at risk to develop?
A) Hypoglycemia
B) Respiratory distress
C) Infection
D) Jaundice

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The presence of polycythemia as indicated by this lab result could result in the infant being at risk to develop hypoglycemia, respiratory distress, and jaundice. Possible infection would be unrelated to this diagnostic value.

A Reported Hematocrit Level for a Newborn Vaginal Birth Is