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The appropriate approach to a neonate presenting with vaginal bleeding on day 4 or life is:

A
Administration of vitamin K
B
Investigation for bleeding disorder
C
No specific therapy
D
Administration of 10 ml/kg of fresh frozen plasma over 4 hours
High-Yield Explanation
In the first few weeks of life, a small amount of vaginal bleeding may occur, reflecting the decline of circulating level of maternal estrogens. Ref: Kligman, Behrman, Jenson, Stanton (2008), Chapter 24, "Gynecological Problems of Childhood", In the book, "Nelson's Textbook of Pediatrics", Volume 2, 18th Edition, New Delhi, Page 2273

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