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When assessing a toddler, age 18 months, the nurse should interpret which of the following as a sign of a neurlogic dysfunction? a. positive gag reflex b. positive tonic neck reflex c. positive Babinski reflex d. positive corneal reflex

c. positive Babinski reflex Babinski reflex should siappear by age 12 months; its presence after this age indicates neurologic dysfunction. The gag reflex, tonic neck reflex, and corneal reflex are normal findings in a toddler.