Intrauterine Growth Restriction in Pediatrics — Case | Neonatology | SMLE Q#18483
SMLE Question #18483
Pediatrics
Neonatology
Objective: OBJ-NEO-IUGR-001
Last updated: February 2026
A term newborn is admitted to the NICU for intrauterine growth restriction and is small for gestational age. Physical examination shows reduced subcutaneous fat, and the infant is clinically stable on room air. During the first 24 hours of life, which complication is most important to monitor for?
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