The nurse assesses the newborn's reflexes. Which of the following responses would indicate a need for further testing?
A. A negative tonic neck reflex
B. A positive Moro's reflex
C. A negative Ortolani sign
D. A positive Babinski reflex
A
Absence or asymmetry of the tonic neck reflex may indicate a neurologic problem. Positive Moro's and Babinski reflexes are normal. Ortolani maneuver assesses hips.
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a. generalized bone pain. b. localized pain and redness. c. nausea and vomiting. d. paresthesias in the affected extremity.
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