Asked by Kinnary Vasoya on May 20, 2024
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The nurse is preparing to examine an infant. At what point in the examination should the nurse attempt to elicit the Moro reflex?
A) When the infant is sleeping
B) At the end of the examination
C) Before auscultation of the thorax
D) At about the middle of the examination
Moro Reflex
An infantile reflex normally present at birth and disappearing around 4 to 6 months of age, characterized by a "startle" response to loud noises or sudden movements.
Auscultation of Thorax
The act of listening to the sounds made by the heart, lungs, and other organs in the chest with a stethoscope.
- Employ relevant approaches for investigating unique demographics, including infants and children.
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Swetha MohanMay 26, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The Moro or startle reflex is elicited at the end of the examination because it may cause the infant to cry.
Learning Objectives
- Employ relevant approaches for investigating unique demographics, including infants and children.