A nurse is caring for a newborn and assessing newborn reflexes. To elicit the Moro reflex, the nurse should take which of the following actions?

A. The Moro reflex (startle reflex) is triggered by a sudden noise or movement, such as a loud clap or a gentle but sudden lowering of the baby’s head. The infant responds by extending the arms, fanning the fingers, and then bringing the arms back in. B. Incorrect → This action elicits the stepping reflex, not the Moro reflex. C. Incorrect → Placing a finger at the base of the newborn's toes elicits the Babinski reflex. D. Incorrect → Turning the newborn’s head elicits the tonic neck reflex (fencing reflex), not the Moro reflex.