At Birth, an Infant Weighed 6 Pounds 12 Ounces

At birth, an infant weighed 6 pounds 12 ounces. Three days later, he weighs 5 pounds 2 ounces. What conclusion should the nurse draw regarding this newborn's weight?

A) This weight loss is excessive.
B) Weight loss is within normal limits.
C) Weight gain is excessive.
D) Weight gain is within normal limits.