The Pupillary Reflex Can Be Tested to Verify That the Neonate

question 155

Multiple Choice

The pupillary reflex can be tested to verify that the neonate

• A)responds appropriately to punishment.
• B)is sensitive to light.
• C)exhibits stereopsis.
• D)perceives depth.

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Definitions:

Hippocampus

A region of the brain that is associated with memory formation, organization, and storage.

Periaqueductal Gray

A region in the midbrain that plays a critical role in pain modulation, defensive behavior, and several other behavioral and physiological functions.

Inferotemporal Cortex

A region in the temporal lobe of the brain involved in the processing of visual objects, including recognition of complex shapes and patterns.

John Watson

An American psychologist considered one of the founders of behaviorism, emphasizing the importance of observable behavior over internal mental processes.