Paediatrics – MCQ 19 – Heat production in a neonate

All the following can occur in a neonate for heat production except :
a) Shivering
b) Breakdown of brownfat with adrenaline secretion
c) Universal flexion like a fetus
d) Cutaneous vasoconstriction

Correct answer : a) Shivering

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