Reflexes Flashcards
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Rooting
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When touched on the cheek, the child turns their head in that direction. 3-4 months
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Sucking
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When an object is placed on the lips, child begins sucking. Birth-6months
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Moro
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When infant is startled by a noise, they flail arms and legs out, then quickly draws them together and cries. Aka startle reflex
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Palmer Grasp
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When hand is placed in infants palms, the hand grips tightly. Weakens after 3-4 months, disappears after 1 year
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Babinski
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When the outside of the child’s foot is stroked from heel to toe, the infants toes spread apart and then the foot turns in. First year
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Stepping/ Walking
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When held upright, child places feet on the surface and begins a walking/stepping motion.
2-3 months
