Lactation Consultant Exam Prep

Category - Lactation Consultant

Which reflex is demonstrated with the lag time of the eyes when the head is moved either to the right or the left among infants and neonates?
  1. Doll’s eye
  2. Pupillary
  3. Cornea
  4. Blinking
Explanation
Answer: A - The doll’s eye reflex is demonstrated when there is a lag time of eye movement when the infant’s head is turned to the right or left. This reflex typically disappears when the infant is able to visually fixate. Neurological damage is suspected when the doll’s eye reflex does not disappear.
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