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Pediatric Musculoskeletal Assessment Questions
Question 1 of 5
An infant has the physical findings shown in Figure 31-1. What is the diagnosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Talipes equinovarus (clubfoot) is a common congenital deformity with a characteristic appearance, likely depicted in Figure 31-1.
Question 2 of 5
Match the following terms with the common names - Pectus carinatum
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pectus carinatum is pigeon breast, a protruding sternum.
Question 3 of 5
Which is the recommended management of a newborn with an unstable hip examination indicating developmental dysplasia of the hip?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Pavlik harness is the first-line treatment for newborns with developmental dysplasia of the hip to stabilize the joint.
Question 4 of 5
Which is a suspected contributing factor for development of slipped capital femoral epiphysis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rapid hormonal changes during puberty weaken the growth plate, contributing to slipped capital femoral epiphysis.
Question 5 of 5
Which is not true of the skeletal dysplasias?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Skeletal dysplasias often affect other systems (e.g., hearing, vision), not just the skeleton.