To prevent hemorrhage,infants receive a shot,at birth,of which vitamin?

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Infants receive a shot of vitamin K at birth to prevent hemorrhage. Vitamin K is necessary for blood clotting, and newborns do not have enough vitamin K stored in their bodies, making them susceptible to bleeding. Iron is important for preventing anemia, folate is necessary for neural tube development, and vitamin A is important for vision and immune system function but are not given at birth to prevent hemorrhage.

To Prevent Hemorrhage,infants Receive a Shot,at Birth,of Which Vitamin