Signs of hypovolemia in the newborn include all of the following, EXCEPT:
A) persistent pallor.
B) weak central pulses.
C) persistent acrocyanosis.
D) persistent bradycardia.
Answer: C) persistent acrocyanosis.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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