The most common birth injury is:
1. to the soft tissues.
2. caused by forceps gripping the head on delivery.
3. fracture of the humerus and femur.
4. fracture of the clavicle.
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1, 2, 3. Incorrect. The most common birth injury is fracture of the clavicle (collarbone). It usually heals without treatment, although the arm and shoulder may be immobilized for comfort.
4. Correct. The most common birth injury is fracture of the clavicle (collarbone). It usually heals without treatment, although the arm and shoulder may be immobilized for comfort.
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