In what situation is hemolytic disease of the newborn a life and death situation?

A) when an RH- mom is pregnant for the second time with an RH+ fetus
B) when an RH- women and an RH+ male have intercourse
C) when an RH+ mom is pregnant for the second time with an RH- fetus
D) when an RH- mom is pregnant for the first time with an RH+ fetus
E) when an RH+ women and an RH- male have intercourse


Answer: A

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