________________________ ________________________ is the leading cause of perinatal infections that have a high mortality rate

ANS:


Group B streptococcus (GBS)

Group B streptococcus (GBS) is a leading cause of perinatal infections that have a high neonatal mortality rate. The organism can be found in the woman's rectum, vagina, cervix, throat, or skin.

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A client is receiving a tube feeding at 50 mL/h. The bag contains 500 mL. How many hours will this bag last?

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Define physiology.

What will be an ideal response?

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