arm recoil
arm recoil
A neonatal method used to assess developmental age.
Method
The examiner flexes the baby’s arm for 5 seconds, then fully extends it by pulling the hands and releasing it. If the arm remains fully extended, the response is accorded a 0; if the arm springs back to full flexion (< 90º), it is given a 4.Segen's Medical Dictionary. © 2012 Farlex, Inc. All rights reserved.
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