What condition is due to poor peripheral circulation?
1. Acrocyanosis
2. Mottling
3. Harlequin sign
4. Jaundice
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Explanation: 1. Acrocyanosis is a bluish discoloration of the hands and feet that may be present in the first 24 hours after birth and is due to poor peripheral circulation, which results in vasomotor instability and capillary stasis, especially when the baby is exposed to cold.
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