Which assessment finding indicates to the nurse that a newborn has hip subluxation?
A) Inward rotation of the right foot
B) Inability of the right hip to abduct
C) Crying on straightening of the right leg
D) Drawing of the legs underneath while prone
B
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If the hip joint seems to lock short of this distance of 180 degrees, hip subluxation is suggested. Inward rotation of the right foot, crying when straightening the leg, or drawing the legs underneath when prone does not indicate hip subluxation.
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