The nurse is caring for an infant with developmental dysplasia of the hips (DDH).Which clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to observe? (Select all that apply.)
A) Positive Ortolani sign
B) Unequal gluteal folds
C) Negative Babinski's sign
D) Trendelenburg's sign
E) Telescoping of the affected limb
F) Lordosis

Question

The nurse is caring for an infant with developmental dysplasia of the hips (DDH).Which clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to observe? (Select all that apply.)
A) Positive Ortolani sign
B) Unequal gluteal folds
C) Negative Babinski's sign
D) Trendelenburg's sign
E) Telescoping of the affected limb 
F) Lordosis

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A positive Ortolani sign and unequal gluteal folds are clinical manifestations of developmental dysplasia of the hips (DDH)seen from birth to 2 to 3 months.Trendelenburg's sign is noted in a child capable of standing alone.Negative Babinski's sign,telescoping of the affected limb,and lordosis are not clinical manifestations of developmental dysplasia of the hips (DDH).

The Nurse Is Caring for an Infant with Developmental Dysplasia