While evaluating the reflexes of a newborn,the nurse notes that with a loud noise the newborn symmetrically abducts and extends his arms,his fingers fan out and form a C with the thumb and forefinger,and he has a slight tremor.The nurse would document this finding as a which positive reflex.
A) tonic neck
B) glabellar (Myerson)
C) Babinski
D) Moro

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The described reflex is the Moro reflex, which is elicited by a loud noise or sudden movement, causing the newborn to symmetrically abduct and extend their arms, fan out their fingers, and exhibit a slight tremor. The other reflexes listed do not match the described response. Tonic neck reflex involves the head and neck position, glabellar reflex involves repetitive tapping on the forehead, and the Babinski reflex involves the response of the toes to stroking on the sole of the foot.

While Evaluating the Reflexes of a Newborn,the Nurse Notes That