A preterm infant is one who is born:

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A preterm infant is defined as a baby born before 37 weeks' gestation. Option A is incorrect because babies weighing less than 5.5 lbs can be born at term (between 37 and 42 weeks' gestation). Option B is incorrect as well because the length of a baby is not commonly used to define prematurity. Option D is incorrect because the respiratory system continues to develop throughout pregnancy and after birth, so even full-term babies may have incomplete respiratory development.

A Preterm Infant Is One Who Is Born