The nurse is assisting a physician during the examination of an infant with developmental hip dysplasia. The physician performs the Ortolani maneuver
The nurse determines that the infant exhibits a positive response to this maneuver if which of the following is noted? 1. A shrill cry from the infant
2. Asymmetry of the affected hip
3. Reduced range of motion in the affected hip
4. A palpable click during abduction of the affected hip
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Rationale: In the Ortolani maneuver, the examiner abducts both hips. A positive finding is a palpable click on the affected side during abduction. Crying is expected. Asymmetry and re-duced range of motion of the affected hip are not positive signs of this maneuver.
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