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

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A positive Ortolani test and unequal gluteal folds are clinical manifestations of developmental dysplasia of the hip seen from birth to 2 to 3 months. Unequal gluteal folds, negative Babinski sign, and Trendelenburg sign are signs that appear in older infants and children. Telescoping of the affected limb and lordosis are not clinical manifestations of developmental dysplasia of the hip.

The Nurse Is Caring for an Infant with Developmental Dysplasia