When assessing a healthy term newborn, which response is an expected Moro reflex?
Correct answer: B. The arms extend, then return toward the body
- A. The toes fan when the sole is stroked
- B. The arms extend, then return toward the body
- C. The head turns toward a touched cheek
- D. The fingers close around an examiner’s finger
Explanation
The Moro reflex causes sudden extension and abduction of the arms, followed by flexion toward the body, usually after a startle. The other responses describe the Babinski, rooting and grasp reflexes.
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