The nurse is caring for a child diagnosed with clubfoot. Which assessment findings does the nurse anticipate in the affected extremity? (Select all that apply.)
A.
Adducted forefoot
B.
Dorsiflexion
C.
Everted heel
D.
Plantar flexion
E.
Rigidity
ANS: A, D, E
Signs of clubfoot include plantar flexion, inverted heel, adducted forefoot, and rigidity to the point that the foot cannot be manipulated into a neutral position.
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