Heat loss by convection occurs when a newborn is
a. Placed on a cold circumcision board
b. Given a bath
c. Placed in a drafty area of the room
d. Wrapped in cool blankets
C
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A This is conduction.
B This is evaporation.
C Convection occurs when infants are exposed to cold air currents.
D This is conduction.
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