5 Questions
Which of the following describes the posture of a preterm infant according to the Dubowitz/New Ballard Scoring system?
The preterm infant exhibits passive extensor tone
When does a newborn's knees begin to flex according to the Dubowitz/New Ballard Scoring system?
At birth
Which position is associated with hip flexion without adduction in the Dubowitz/New Ballard Scoring system?
Frog-leg position
What is the purpose of gentle manipulation of the extremities in the Dubowitz/New Ballard Scoring system?
To allow the infant to seek the baseline position of comfort
Which of the following is true about the physical maturity of an infant approaching term according to the Dubowitz/New Ballard Scoring system?
The infant exhibits unopposed passive flexor tone
Test your knowledge on the Dubowitz/New Ballard Scoring Neuromuscular Maturity assessment, which evaluates the physical and neuromuscular development of newborns. Learn about the various aspects of maturity rating, including posture and limb flexion. Challenge yourself with this quiz and enhance your understanding of newborn development.
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