When doing a neurologic assessment of a newborn, what would the nurse recognize? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Muscle tone is assessed by moving various parts of the newborn's body while the newborn's head remains in a neutral position.
2. The newborn is somewhat hypertonic.
3. Muscle tone should be symmetrical.
4. Shortly after birth, the infant is flaccid at rest.
5. Diminished muscle tone requires further evaluation.
1, 2, 3, 5
Explanation: 1. Moving various parts of the newborn's body while the newborn's head remains in a neutral position is the correct way to assess muscle tone.
2. The newborn will resist the examiner's attempts to extend the elbow and knee joints.
3. Muscle tone should be symmetrical.
5. If decreased muscle tone is noted, further evaluation is necessary.
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