Asked by Valerie Perez on Jun 08, 2024
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At about what age does the Babinski sign disappear?
A) 4 months
B) 6 months
C) 1 year
D) 2 years
Babinski Sign
A reflex indicated by upward movement of the big toe when the sole of the foot is stimulated, used to assess neurological function.
Disappear
To vanish or go out of sight; in medical terms, it could refer to the resolution of symptoms or findings.
Age
The length of time that a person has lived or a thing has existed.
- Comprehend the theoretical and clinical relevance of developmental benchmarks in pediatrics, specifically regarding motor skills, and visual and auditory sharpness.
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Muneed DeenumJun 11, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The presence of the Babinski reflex after about age 1 year, when walking begins, is abnormal. Four to 6 months is too young for the disappearance of the Babinski reflex. Persistence of the Babinski reflex requires further evaluation.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the theoretical and clinical relevance of developmental benchmarks in pediatrics, specifically regarding motor skills, and visual and auditory sharpness.