Child of 9 months, which reflex is most abnormal –

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Child of 9 months, which reflex is most abnormal –

• 1. Asymmetric neck reflex
• 2. Parachute reflex
• 3. Righting reflex
• 4. None

exp:

• Asymmetric tonic neck reflex is prominant between 2nd and 4th months.
• Persistence of this reflex beyond the age of 6 - 9 months or a constant tonic neck posture are abnormal and usually indicate spastic cerebral palsy.