Which is most descriptive of the clinical manifestations observed in neonatal sepsis?
A) Seizures and sunken fontanels
B) Sudden hyperthermia and profuse sweating
C) Decreased urinary output and frequent stools
D) Nonspecific physical signs with hypothermia

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The clinical manifestations of neonatal sepsis are usually characterized by the newborn generally "not doing well." Poor temperature control, usually with hypothermia, lethargy, poor feeding, pallor, cyanosis or mottling, and jaundice, may be evident. Seizures and sunken fontanels are not manifestations of the sepsis. Severe neurologic sequelae may occur in low birth weight children with sepsis. Hyperthermia is rare in neonatal sepsis. Urinary output is not affected by sepsis.

Which Is Most Descriptive of the Clinical Manifestations Observed in Neonatal