Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 92%
Practice
During examination of a 4-year-old Aboriginal child, the nurse notices that her uvula is partially split. Which of the following statements about this condition is accurate?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: This is a bifid uvula, which is a common occurrence in some Aboriginal groups.
1. A bifid uvula is a condition where the uvula is split or divided, which is a common variation seen in some Aboriginal populations.
2. Cleft palate is a different condition involving a gap in the roof of the mouth, not specifically related to Aboriginal people.
3. Uvular injury is not a common cause of a split uvula in children, so reporting to authorities is unnecessary.
4. Torus palatinus is a bony growth on the roof of the mouth and not related to a split uvula or specific to Aboriginal populations.
1. A bifid uvula is a condition where the uvula is split or divided, which is a common variation seen in some Aboriginal populations.
2. Cleft palate is a different condition involving a gap in the roof of the mouth, not specifically related to Aboriginal people.
3. Uvular injury is not a common cause of a split uvula in children, so reporting to authorities is unnecessary.
4. Torus palatinus is a bony growth on the roof of the mouth and not related to a split uvula or specific to Aboriginal populations.