Question

the word neonatal contains the prefix neo-, which meansrecent. it also contains the root natus. based on this prefix and root, what is the meaning of neonatal care?
(a) care of older people
(b) care of newborn babies
(c) care of those in operating rooms
(d) care of those in emergency rooms

Explanation:

The prefix neo- means "recent" or "new". The root natus means "born". Combining these, neonatal refers to something related to a newborn. Among the options, "care of newborn babies" is the most appropriate as it aligns with the meaning derived from the prefix and root.

Answer:

B. care of newborn babies