A 12 hour old male infant appears hypotonic with generalized muscle weakness and absent deep tendon reflexes. There is no family history of neuromuscular disease. Which of the following would be the first step in diagnostic evaluation?
a. creatinine phosphokinase (CPK) level
b. electromyography
c. muscle biopsy
Answer: a. creatinine phosphokinase (CPK) level
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Which test should the patient undergo when the Weber test is positive?
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