The nurse is explaining to a new mother that the newborn behavioral assessment includes: Note: Credit will be given only for all correct choices and for no incorrect choices. Select all that apply
1. Habituation.
2. Motor activity.
3. Self-quieting activity.
4. Cuddliness.
5. Reflexes.
1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: Habituation is the newborn's ability to diminish or shut down innate responses to specific stimuli.
Rationale 2: The newborn's motor tone is assessed in the most characteristic state of responsiveness.
Rationale 3: Assessment is based on how often, how quickly, and how effectively newborns can use their resources to quiet and console themselves when upset or distressed.
Rationale 4: This area encompasses the infant's need for and response to being held.
Rationale 5: Reflexes are not part of the behavioral assessment but are part of the neurological assessment of the newborn.
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