While performing an assessment of a 2-month-old, the nurse notes a positive Ortolani click.The nurse would suspect the child has:
A) a hip fracture.
B) hip dysplasia.
C) osteogenesis imperfecta.
D) osteomyelitis.

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Ortolani click is symptomatic of developmental dysplasia of the hip.A hip fracture would be evident by shortening of the leg and external rotation.Osteogenesis imperfecta is diagnosed by fractures.Osteomyelitis is diagnosed by fever and infection.

While Performing an Assessment of a 2-Month-Old, the Nurse Notes