When assessing a neonate born at 38 weeks of gestation,the nurse records his weight as 8 pounds,10 ounces.What will the nurse consider this newborn?
A) Term
B) Small for gestational age
C) Large for gestational age
D) Late preterm

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Term infants over 4000 g (8.8 lb)may be classified as large for gestational age (LGA).For the preterm infant this is less than 38 weeks,for the term infant it is 38 to 42 weeks,and for the postterm infant it is beyond 42 weeks.A late preterm infant,also known as a near-term infant,is born between 34 and 36 weeks.

When Assessing a Neonate Born at 38 Weeks of Gestation,the