Which of the following is a cause for the decreased ability to maintain the internal thermal gradient (ITG) in a premature neonate?

A) A small amount of skin surface area in relation to body weight
B) Slow depletion of brown fat stores
C) Increased amounts of brown fat
D) A relatively thin layer of skin and decreased subcutaneous fat


D

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What will be an ideal response?

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It is appropriate to use formal language when writing a letter to a person you know well

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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