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Pediatric Musculoskeletal Disorders Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Toe walking is a common complaint in early walkers. A physician should evaluate any child who still toe walks after the age of
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Persistent toe walking beyond 3 years may indicate neurological or musculoskeletal issues requiring evaluation.
Question 2 of 5
The MOST common cause of in-toeing in children 2 years or older is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Internal femoral torsion is the most common cause of in-toeing in children over 2, often resolving spontaneously.
Question 3 of 5
The MOST common cause of out-toeing is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: External femoral torsion is the leading cause of out-toeing, often seen as a normal variant.
Question 4 of 5
In infants, radiographs and advanced imaging are rarely necessary for assessment because their tarsals have incomplete ossification. The navicular ossifies in boys at the age of about
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The navicular typically ossifies around 4 years in boys, making early imaging less useful.
Question 5 of 5
Newborn and toddler flatfoot is the result of ligamentous laxity and fat in the medial longitudinal arch. This is called developmental flatfoot and usually improves by the age of
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Developmental flatfoot typically resolves by 6 years as the arch develops with growth.