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In administering vitamin K to the infant shortly after birth, the nurse understands that vitamin K is

  • A. Synthesized by the kidneys
  • B. Not initially synthesized because of sterile bowel at birth
  • C. Given to enhance lung function
  • D. Produced by the liver immediately
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Not initially synthesized because of sterile bowel at birth B explains the need for vitamin K to prevent hemorrhagic disease, per document .