At birth, an infant weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces. Three days later, the newborn is being discharged. The parents note that the baby now weighs 7 pounds, 15 ounces. What explanation should the nurse give for the change in this newborn's weight? "His weight loss is:

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It is common for newborns to lose weight in the first few days after birth, with a usual range of 5-10% of their birth weight. The weight loss of 1 ounce in this newborn falls within that expected range and is considered normal.

At Birth, an Infant Weighed 8 Pounds, 4 Ounces