Question

an infant will begin _________ when the area around the mouth is stimulated.
a. grasping
b. sucking
c. stepping
d. rooting

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

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Identify the reflex triggered by stimulating the area around the mouth

The question asks for the behavior that begins when the area around an infant's mouth is stimulated. This describes the rooting reflex, where an infant turns their head toward the stroke or touch and opens their mouth to search for the feeding source.

Evaluate the given options

• A. grasping: Triggered by placing an object in the infant's palm.
• B. sucking: Triggered when the roof of the baby's mouth is touched.
• C. stepping: Triggered when the soles of their feet touch a flat surface.
• D. rooting: Triggered by stroking or stimulating the cheek or the area around the mouth.

Select the correct option

The correct option is D.
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<mcq-option>(B) sucking</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>(C) stepping</mcq-option>
<mcq-correct>(D) rooting</mcq-correct>
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Answer:

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Identify the reflex triggered by stimulating the area around the mouth

The question asks for the behavior that begins when the area around an infant's mouth is stimulated. This describes the rooting reflex, where an infant turns their head toward the stroke or touch and opens their mouth to search for the feeding source.

Evaluate the given options

• A. grasping: Triggered by placing an object in the infant's palm.
• B. sucking: Triggered when the roof of the baby's mouth is touched.
• C. stepping: Triggered when the soles of their feet touch a flat surface.
• D. rooting: Triggered by stroking or stimulating the cheek or the area around the mouth.

Select the correct option

The correct option is D.
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<mcq-option>(A) grasping</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>(B) sucking</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>(C) stepping</mcq-option>
<mcq-correct>(D) rooting</mcq-correct>
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