Which of the following would the nurse be least likely to find in a 6-year-old with septic arthritis of the hip?
A) Moderate to severe pain of the affected hip
B) Previous otitis media infection
C) Refusal to straighten the affected extremity
D) Full range of motion of the hip
D
Response:
The child with septic arthritis of the hip typically has limited range of motion, maintaining the joint in flexion and not allowing the leg to be straightened. Moderate to severe pain is usually noted and there is a history of a previous infection, such as a respiratory infection or otitis media.
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