Which body part would the nurse assess to examine the trunk Incurvation reflex?The trunk incurvation reflex helps determine spinal cord and nerve functioning. Symmetry of gluteal folds helps determine hip abnormalities, not patency of the anus.
What is trunk Incurvation reflex?Galant reflex, or truncal incurvation reflex, is a newborn reflex, named after neurologist Johann Susmann Galant. It is elicited by holding the newborn in ventral suspension (face down) and stroking along the one side of the spine. The normal reaction is for the newborn to laterally flex toward the stimulated side.
Which methods would trigger the Moro reflex in an infant?Loud noises, intense light, and sudden movements can trigger a baby's Moro reflex. They can even trigger it in themselves when they move suddenly. The sensation of falling can also be a trigger. A baby might feel as though they are falling when their parents or caregivers lay them down or pick them up.
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