Which clinical manifestations should the nurse expect when assessing a pediatric client who is diagnosed with congenital hip dysplasia (CHD)? Select all that apply
1. Limited adduction of the affected hip
2. Asymmetry of thigh fat folds
3. Telescoping of the thigh
4. Muscle weakness
5. Atrophy of the muscles
2, 3
Explanation:
1. The nurse would anticipate limited abduction, not adduction, of the affected hip for a child diagnosed with CHD.
2. Asymmetry of the thigh fat folds is a clinical manifestation associated with CHD.
3. Telescoping of the thigh is a clinical manifestation associated with CHD.
4. Muscle weakness is not an expected clinical manifestation associated with CHD.
5. Atrophy of the muscles is not an expected clinical manifestation associated with CHD.
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