Ati nur235 paediatrics final proctored exam
A 1-month-old infant is seen in a clinic and is diagnosed with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). On assessment, the nurse understands that which finding would be noted in this condition?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) often presents with a limited range of motion in the affected hip, particularly in abduction. B. Asymmetry of the gluteal skinfolds, not symmetry, is a typical finding in DDH. This asymmetry is due to the improper alignment of the hip joint. C. A positive Barlow test, where the hip can be dislocated by adduction and posterior pressure, is indicative of DDH. A negative Barlow test would suggest the absence of DDH. D. A pale and cool leg is not a common finding in DDH. This would be more indicative of a circulatory problem, not hip dysplasia.
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