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

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A positive Ortolani sign indicates hip dysplasia, which is a condition where the hip joint is not properly formed, leading to instability.

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