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A persistent ATNR would interfere with or result in all  with the EXCEPTION:  

The following behaviors seen together in a 10 month old would “collectively” be red flags (atypical for age resulting in cause for concern). Choose the most complete answer from the following. Fisted hands Midline orientation established Inability to maintain weight on arms in all fours when placed W sitting consistently Inconsistent parachute reaction Pulls to standing Crosses midline for reaching

When a typical child learns a new skill and they look very stiff in their movements-what is the most likely explanation?

Iced Tea was born at 32 weeks gestation and sustained a grade 2 IVH (intraventricular hemorrhage) he remained in the NICU for 4 months. Mother took Iced Tea to the pediatrician for a well check 4 months later. The pediatrician noticed that the patient was able to sit with bilateral upper extremity propping, transition into prone on elbows from sitting uncontrolled exhibiting elbows behind shoulders, anterior pelvic tilt, hip adduction, and internal rotation, and LE extension. He can transition back into a “W” sit position with bilateral upper extremity propping. He can pull to stand at support surface using primarily his upper extremities and maintain standing in play for a few minutes however he stands with the LE’s flexed, adducted, and internally rotated. Iced Tea is not yet walking at this time. USE THIS CASE TO ANSWER THE NEXT  FEW QUESTIONS. What is Iced Teas adjusted chronological age at discharge from hospital?

Development is a combination of maturationof multiple systems, environment and task related experiences.

 Between 12-15 months a child begins to get into a sitting position?

A child begins to hold and drink from a cup at this age:                       .

A common cause of prematurity is one of the following. Select the best answer.

Protective extension to the side in sitting requires abduction and extension of the UE’s. You would expect a child to have accomplished the following motor skills during the same time period… EXCEPT: *Read the questions carefully and pick the best answer!

What is the name for the supportive cells in nervous tissue?