Mental health and dementiaQuestion 1542 of 1700

Hand flapping, head rolling, and body rocking are examples of which behavior?

  1. Restricted behavior
  2. Resistance to change
  3. Stereotypic behavior
  4. Compulsive behavior
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Correct answer: Stereotypic behavior

Stereotypic behavior is a repeated movement, such as rocking or flapping the hands.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.3: Caring for Clients With Developmental Disorders

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026