During examination of a toddler's extremities, the nurse notes that the child is bowlegged. The nurse should recognize that this finding is
a. Abnormal, requiring further investigation
b. Abnormal unless it occurs in conjunction with knock-knee
c. Normal if the condition is unilateral or asymmetric
d. Normal, because the lower back and leg muscles are not yet well developed
D
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A This is an expected finding in toddlers.
B This is an expected finding in toddlers.
C Further evaluation is needed if it persists beyond age 2 to 3 years, especially in
African-American children.
D Genu varum (bowlegged) is common in toddlers when they begin to walk. It
usually persists until all of their lower back and leg muscles are well developed.
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