Nurse Andie is assessing the reflexes of a newborn infant. In eliciting the Moro reflex, the nurse would execute which of the following?

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The Moro reflex is elicited by a loud noise such as hand clap or a slap on the mattress to startle the newborn infant. Symmetric extension and abduction of the arms are seen; fingers fan out and form a C with the thumb and forefinger; slight tremor may be noted; the arms are adducted in an embracing motion and then return to are relaxed flexion and movement.

Nurse Andie Is Assessing the Reflexes of a Newborn Infant