Questions and Answers
What is prereaching?
The poorly coordinated, primitive reaching movements of newborn babies.
What characterizes the ulnar grasp?
The clumsy grasp of the young infant, in which the fingers close against the palm.
What is the pincer grasp?
The well-coordinated grasp emerging at the end of the first year, in which the forefinger and thumb are used.
Match the developmental stages of grasping with their corresponding age:
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Study Notes
Reaching Development Stages
- Prereaching: Occurs in newborns; characterized by poorly coordinated, primitive movements.
- Ulnar Grasp: Develops around 3-4 months; involves a clumsy grip where fingers close against the palm.
- Voluntary Reaching: Begins around 4 months; marks a shift from reflexive to intentional movements.
- Transferring Objects: Notable skill emerging between 4-5 months; involves moving objects from one hand to the other.
- Pincer Grasp: Emerges by 9 months; a refined skill using the thumb and forefinger, exemplified by picking up small items like Cheerios.
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Explore key concepts related to infant motor skills, including prereaching, ulnar grasp, and pincer grasp. This quiz will help you understand the progression of hand movements in newborns and their development milestones. Perfect for students studying early childhood development.
