Asked by Amatullah Adams on May 09, 2024
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When touched on the cheek,infants reflexively
A) retract their arms.
B) open their mouths.
C) close their eyes.
D) cry.
Reflexively
Done automatically without conscious thought as a spontaneous reaction or response.
Open Their Mouths
A phrase indicating the act of someone beginning to speak or articulate thoughts, often used metaphorically.
Cheek
The fleshy part of the face below the eye and between the nose and the ear, important for expression and speech.
- Discern and appreciate the reflexive actions and conduct observed in newborn infants.
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JR
janet reyesMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
This is known as the rooting reflex where infants turn their head and open their mouth when touched on the cheek in order to search for a nipple to breastfeed.
Learning Objectives
- Discern and appreciate the reflexive actions and conduct observed in newborn infants.