Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 65%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
An infant who has developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH)A nurse is collecting data from an infant who has developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
A,D
Rationale
The correct answers are A and D. In DDH, an inwardly turned foot on the affected side (A) is expected due to hip dislocation. Asymmetric thigh folds (D) are also common as the affected thigh may appear shorter due to dislocation. Lengthened thigh (B) is incorrect as the thigh may appear shortened. Absent plantar reflexes (C) are not typical in DDH.