By the time Taylor reached the hospital toward the end of the 38th week of conception,her baby had already moved down the birth canal and a cesarean section could not be conducted.Taylor had an extremely difficult and prolonged labor as her baby was in breech position.After doctors had successfully delivered her baby,they had to wait a bit before the baby cried.The Brazelton Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale was conducted the next day and her baby obtained a very low score.Which of the following is TRUE with regard to Taylor's baby?

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The fact that Taylor's baby obtained a very low score on the Brazelton Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale suggests that the baby may have experienced anoxia (lack of oxygen) during birth, which could lead to brain damage. Option A is incorrect because a low score on the assessment scale indicates neurological problems. Option C is incorrect because being born in the 38th week of gestation is considered full-term. Option D is incorrect because the baby has already experienced difficulties during birth and has obtained a low score, which makes it an "at-risk" infant.

By the Time Taylor Reached the Hospital Toward the End