Asked by Elijah Jenkins on Apr 24, 2024
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What is lanugo?
A) A Latin term for prematurity
B) A white oily substance that covers the skin of some newborns
C) A fine downy hair that covers the skin of some newborns
D) A breathing problem in premature infants
Premature Infants
Babies born before 37 weeks of gestation, often requiring special medical care due to underdeveloped organs and body systems.
Lanugo
Fine, downy hair that covers much of the body of neonates, especially preterm babies.
- Distinguish between normal and abnormal newborn physical features and conditions (e.g., lanugo and vernix).
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Tarrius Davis7 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Lanugo is a fine, soft hair that covers the body of some newborns, serving as insulation before the development of fat layers. It is most commonly seen in premature infants but is usually shed before or shortly after birth in full-term infants.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between normal and abnormal newborn physical features and conditions (e.g., lanugo and vernix).