The stump of the umbilical cord usually separates in how many days?
a. 3
b. 10 to 14
c. 16 to 20
d. 28
ANS: B
The average cord separates in 10 to 14 days; 3 days is too soon and 16 to 28 days is too late. The cord should be separated by these times.
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