1. Which factor contributes to the increased risk of

morbidity and mortality in high-risk neonates?

a) Maternal age

b) Full-term birth weight

c) Adequate prenatal care

d) Normal gestational age

Answer: a) Maternal age

Rationale: Advanced maternal age increases the risk of

complications during pregnancy, including chromosomal

abnormalities and preterm birth, which can contribute to

the high-risk status of neonates.

2. What factor differentiates a preterm neonate from a fullterm neonate?

a) Gestational age at birth

b) Birth weight

c) Maternal health status

d) Neonatal reflexes

Answer: a) Gestational age at birth

Rationale: Preterm neonates are born before completing 37

weeks of gestation, while full-term neonates are born

between 37 and 42 weeks of gestation.

3. Which condition represents a common respiratory

complication in high-risk neonates?

a) Patent ductus arteriosus

b) Transient tachypnea of the newborn

c) Meconium aspiration syndrome

d) Neonatal hypoglycemia