Regarding Sensory Capabilities of the Newborn, Which of the Following

question 506

Multiple Choice

Regarding sensory capabilities of the newborn, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Although their senses are less acute, newborns are very responsive.
• B)Newborns can smell, taste, and respond to pain and touch.
• C)From birth, newborns will turn in the direction of sounds.
• D)Newborns are unable to follow a moving object with their eyes.

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