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Pediatrics Newborn Infant - Physical Examination 1553de3b

Newborn loses how much weight in first week?

A
5-10%
B
1-2%
C
10-20%
D
None
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'a' i.e., 5 -10% Weight loss in neonateso It is expected that newborns will lose some weight in the first 5-7 days of life. A 5% weight loss is considered normal for a formula-fed newborn. A 7-10% loss is considered normal for breastfed babies. Most neonates should regain this lost weight by days 10-14 of life.

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