Which of the following statements about the first few days of life is true?
A) Neonates have an elongated chin and evenly toned skin.
B) Babies gain as much as 40 percent of their body weight in the first few days.
C) The head seems disproportionately smaller than the body for all neonates.
D) Neonates born through vaginal delivery are more likely to have misshapen heads for about a week after birth.

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Neonates born through vaginal delivery often have misshapen heads due to the pressure of passing through the birth canal. This condition, known as molding, typically resolves within a week after birth.

Which of the Following Statements About the First Few Days