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NCM 109 Module 4: Skeletal Disorders in the Newborn

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NCM 109 Module 4: Skeletal Disorders in the Newborn

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What is the primary cause of Torticollis in newborns?

Injury to the sternocleidomastoid muscle during birth (correct)

Genetic mutation

Maternal drug ingestion during pregnancy

Viral infection during pregnancy

What is the most common congenital deformity of the anterior chest?

Pectus carinatum

Syndactyly

Craniosynostosis

Pectus excavatum (correct)

What is the characteristics of the sagittal suture line in Craniosynostosis?

It only closes in girls

It closes prematurely (correct)

It is the last suture to close

It is not affected in Craniosynostosis

Which of the following is NOT a cause of skeletal disorders in newborns?

Hormonal imbalance during pregnancy Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the premature closure of the sutures of the skull?

Craniosynostosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the condition where the sternum is displaced anteriorly?

Pectus carinatum Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible consequence of increased intracranial pressure in individuals with coronal suture line fusion?

Eye disorders such as exophthalmos Signup and view all the answers

How is the sagittal suture line typically treated?

With careful observation only Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Ortolani and Barlow maneuver?

To assess developmental dysplasia of the hip Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of achondroplasia?

A prominent forehead and a curved spine Signup and view all the answers

What is the common musculoskeletal condition found in newborns referred to as?

Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate prevalence of talipes disorders?

1 in every 1000 children Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended age range for screening infants for developmental dysplasia of the hip?

From birth to 3 months of age Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of flexion-abduction splinting devices in therapeutic management?

To position the hip into a flexed, abducted position Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of straightening newborn feet to the midline during the initial assessment?

To detect talipes disorders Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the outward curve of the spine in achondroplasia?

Thoracic kyphosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the cast used to maintain an externally rotated hip position?

Spica Cast Signup and view all the answers

What is the risk factor associated with having a large birth weight for gestational age?