In high-risk newborn adaptation, the nurse recognises that thermoregulation is critical because:
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Correct answer: Cold stress raises oxygen consumption, risking hypoxia and acidosis
Cold stress in newborns leads to increased oxygen demand and metabolic acidosis, highlighting the critical importance of thermoregulation.
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