By the time Taylor reached the hospital toward the end of the 38th week of conception, her baby had already moved down the birth canal and a cesarean section could not be conducted. Taylor had an extremely difficult and prolonged labor, as her baby was in breech position. After doctors had successfully delivered Taylor's baby, they had to wait a bit before the baby cried. The Brazelton Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale was conducted the next day, and the baby obtained a very low score. Which of the following is TRUE with regard to Taylor's baby?
A. The baby was preterm, as it was born in the 38th week of gestation.
B. The baby has brain damage or healable brain stress.
C. The baby's neurological competence is satisfactory.
D. The baby is highly unlikely to be an "at-risk" infant.
Answer: B
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