Neonates are classified according to their birth weight. A neonate whose birth weight is 1500 grams (3.3 pounds) would be classified as:
a. Low birth weight (LBW)
b. Very low birth weight (VLBW)
c. Extremely low birth weight (ELBW)
d. Intrauterine growth restricted (IUGR)
B
A neonate weighing 1500 grams or 3.3 pounds is classified as very low birth weight (VLBW).
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