Neural Exam - Newborn tone - head control

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Newborn-normal-behaviour.jpg</wikiflv> This 5-day-old infant is in the alert, quiet state.
  • The strength and tone of the neck extensors can be tested by having the baby in sitting position and neck flexed so the baby’s chin is on the chest.
  • The baby should be able to bring the head to the upright position.
  • The neck flexors can be tested by having the head in extension while in the sitting position.
  • The baby should be able to bring the head to the upright position.
  • These tests are an extension of the test for head lag and are done at the same time.
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