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lbcchick

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The critical factor in attaining the age of viability is
 
  weighing at least 5 pounds (2.3 kg).
  having adequate brain development.
  having functioning digestive and respiratory systems.
  surviving at least 28 weeks past conception.

Question 2

The age of viability refers to the point when the preterm newborn:
 
  can survive outside the uterus.
  begins to move.
  will be born with any defects.
  has developed all its major organs.



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zoeyesther

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Answer to Question 1

having adequate brain development.

Answer to Question 2

can survive outside the uterus.




lbcchick

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


ebonylittles

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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