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What is the neonatal period?
<28 days of life
What is the age of maturity in SC?
18
What is the #1 cause of infant mortality?
Congenital Malformations
What is the postnatal period?
28 days to 1 year
What kind of care can 14-18n year olds seek without parental consent?
birth control, prenatal care, mental health care, STD treatment, substance abuse treatment
What are the leading causes of death in those >1 year of age?
Unintentional injuries
What is considered LBW?
<2500 g
When is implied consent given?
In emergencies