Which of the following assessments is most appropriate to perform on a 9-month-old well child?
(This question reflects the results an examiner may find during a complete physical examination.Content in this question is not necessarily addressed directly in Jarvis' Physical Examination & Health Assessment. )

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Until the age of 12 months,the infant should be assessed for the Ortolani sign.To perform this manoeuvre,flex the infant's knees,holding your thumbs on the inner mid-thighs and your fingers outside on the hips,touching the greater trochanter.Adduct the legs until your thumbs touch,and abduct the legs until the knees touch the table.If the Ortolani sign is present,it could indicate the presence of a dislocated hip.
(This question reflects the results an examiner may find during a complete physical examination.Content in this question is not necessarily addressed directly in Jarvis' Physical Examination & Health Assessment. )

Which of the Following Assessments Is Most Appropriate to Perform