During a musculoskeletal assessment of a school-age child, a nurse documents which finding as expected?

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Valgus rotation (medial malleolus greater than 1 inch [2.5 cm] apart with knees touching) is normal in 2- to 3.5-year-old children and may be present up to 12 years old. Trendelenburg sign (or gait) tests for hip dysplasia and the function of the gluteus medius muscle. Lordosis is seen more frequently in African-American children but should not be seen in children older than 6 years of age. Varus rotation (medial malleolus touching with knees greater than 1 inch [2.5 cm] apart) requires further evaluation for tibial torsion; it may be normal through 18 to 24 months of age.

During a Musculoskeletal Assessment of a School-Age Child, a Nurse