Reflexes

Question 1

What is the moro reflex?

Answer 1

Primitive. Sudden extension of the head causes symmetrical extension then flexion of the arms

Question 2

What is the grasp reflex?

Answer 2

Primitive. Flexion of the fingers when an object is placed in the palm

Question 3

What is the rooting reflex?

Answer 3

Primitive. Head turns to stimulus when touched near the mouth

Question 4

What is the stepping reflex?

Answer 4

Primitive. Stepping movements when held vertically and dorsum of the feet touch a surface

Question 5

What is the asymmetrical tonic neck reflex?

Answer 5

Primitive. Outstretched arm to the side to which the head is turned when lying supine

Question 6

What is the labyrinthine righting reflex?

Answer 6

Postural. Head moves to the opposite side to which the body is tilted

Question 7

What is the postural support reflex?

Answer 7

Postural. When held upright legs take weight and may “bounce”

Question 8

What is the lateral propping reflex?

Answer 8

Postural. In sitting the arm extends to the side on which the child falls

Question 9

What is the parachute reflex?

Answer 9

Postural. When suspended face down, arms extend