What is the most significant cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality?
1. Amenorrhea
2. Posttraumatic stress disorder
3. Prematurity
4. Endometriosis
3
Explanation: 3. The most significant cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality is prematurity and its associated complications such as respiratory distress syndrome, necrotizing enterocolitis, and intraventricular hemorrhage.
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