The nurse is conducting a newborn assessment. The lack of which reflex is often associated with spinal cord problems?

1) Sucking
2) Rooting
3) Trunk incurvation
4) Blink


ANS: 3

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The nurse is reviewing clients who would benefit from a biophysical profile (BPP). Which clients should the nurse identify as a priority? Select all that apply

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