A mother and father are being taught how to properly swaddle their newborn girl to avoid developmental hip dysplasia. Important points to teach are that swaddling should be in a position that:
A) keeps the legs fully extended.
B) keeps the hips fully adducted.
C) does allow the infant to move too much to avoid dislocation.
D) allows for hip flexion and abduction.

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Swaddling should allow for hip flexion and abduction to prevent developmental hip dysplasia, as this position supports healthy hip development.

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