During an assessment, the nurse determines that a 3-month-old baby has a Moro reflex. What does this finding indicate to the nurse?
A) It usually lasts until 9 months.
B) It will persist until the age of 1 year.
C) Most 3-month-olds still have a Moro reflex.
D) If present at 3 months of age, a neurologic exam is needed.
C
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The Moro reflex will begin to fade at age 5 months and disappear by age 6 months. A Moro reflex at age 9 months or 1 year indicates the need for a neurologic examination.
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