[Verified Answer]: A 2.3 kg infant was born to a 17 years old…

A 2.3 kg infant was born to a 17 years old Para 1 mother. Labour lasted about 20 hours and it is reported that membranes ruptured 4 hours before the beginning of labor. Two days after birth the child developed failure to feed, lethargy and a tinge of jaundice. 15. The signs and symptoms displayed by the baby are MOST likely consistent with: A. Neonatal sepsis B. Rhesus incompatibility C. Sickle cell anaemia D. Birth asphyxia E. Biliary atresia 16. Following investigations are indicated to ascertain this neonate’s condition, except: A. Trans-fontanelle ultrasound B. Sickling test C. Blood group D. Total serum bilirubin E. Full blood count