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ishan

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The nurse is assessing the neurological status of an 8-month-old infant. Which reflexes would the nurse expect to find intact?
 
  a. Grasp
  b. Extrusion
  c. Pincer
  d. Parachute

Question 2

Which of the following causes is associated with hemolytic uremic syndrome?
 
  a. Escherichia coli and other pathogens
  b. hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis disorders
  c. septicemia and associated tricuspid valve vegetation
  d. inherited tendency



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Answer to Question 1

D
The grasp and extrusion reflexes disappear at around 3 months. The pincer reflex is not well established until 12 months.

Answer to Question 2

A

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A Correct. Escherichia coli and other pathogens are primary causes of hemolytic uremic syndrome.
B Incorrect. Hemolytic uremic syndrome is not linked with hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis disorders.
C Incorrect. Hemolytic uremic syndrome is not linked with septicemia and associated tricuspid valve vegetation.
D Incorrect. Hemolytic uremic syndrome is not an inherited tendency.



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