Preterm Infants in Brazil Showed a Lag in Development of Basic

question 22

Multiple Choice

Preterm infants in Brazil showed a lag in development of basic postural and locomotive skills in their first year due to

• A)dietary problems of the mother during pregnancy.
• B)maternal neglect and alcoholism.
• C)paternal genetics.
• D)parents not placing babies prone due to fear of SIDS.

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Definitions:

Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus

A muscle of the forearm that aids in extending and abducting the wrist.

Extensor Digiti Minimi

A muscle in the forearm that functions to extend the little finger.

Rotator Cuff

Four deep muscles that attach the humerus to the scapula.

Infraspinatus

A thick triangular muscle located on the back of the shoulder which helps in the rotation and stabilization of the shoulder joint.