Define reflexes and describe the reflexes that are necessary for newborn survival
What will be an ideal response
Reflexes are unlearned actions that are involuntary responses to particular stimuli.
Those that are necessary for survival are ones that maintain oxygen supply
(breathing reflex), maintain constant body temperature, and those that manage
feedings (such as the sucking and rooting reflexes).
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