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What is the term used to describe the exaggerated spinal curvature caused by stooped shoulders and large breasts?
What is the term used to describe the exaggerated spinal curvature caused by stooped shoulders and large breasts?
Which joint instability contributes to the 'waddling' gait of late pregnancy?
Which joint instability contributes to the 'waddling' gait of late pregnancy?
What is the term for the sign shown in Figure 22.64 where a child uses their hands to climb up their legs from a seated to standing position due to weakness in the pelvis, hips, and thighs?
What is the term for the sign shown in Figure 22.64 where a child uses their hands to climb up their legs from a seated to standing position due to weakness in the pelvis, hips, and thighs?
Which syndrome might be experienced during the last trimester of pregnancy due to associated fluid retention?
Which syndrome might be experienced during the last trimester of pregnancy due to associated fluid retention?
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When assessing for lumbosacral hyperextension, where should the distance be palpated on the patient's spine?
When assessing for lumbosacral hyperextension, where should the distance be palpated on the patient's spine?
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What is the significance of inspecting the lower back of a newborn?
What is the significance of inspecting the lower back of a newborn?
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Why is it important to place the newborn in a fetal position during examination?
Why is it important to place the newborn in a fetal position during examination?
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Which action indicates proper development in an infant at about 2 months of age?
Which action indicates proper development in an infant at about 2 months of age?
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In what position should you observe an infant to assess spinal curvature?
In what position should you observe an infant to assess spinal curvature?
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What is indicated by finding asymmetric flexion of arms and legs in a newborn?
What is indicated by finding asymmetric flexion of arms and legs in a newborn?
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What should you pay particular attention to when inspecting the bones, joints, and muscles of a child?
What should you pay particular attention to when inspecting the bones, joints, and muscles of a child?
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Which sitting posture places stress on the joints of the hips, knees, and ankles in children?
Which sitting posture places stress on the joints of the hips, knees, and ankles in children?
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At what age should the longitudinal arch of the foot be apparent when not bearing weight?
At what age should the longitudinal arch of the foot be apparent when not bearing weight?
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Which examination method is used to assess for tibial torsion in a child?
Which examination method is used to assess for tibial torsion in a child?
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What is tibial torsion considered to be, in terms of its relation to fetal positioning?
What is tibial torsion considered to be, in terms of its relation to fetal positioning?
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What is the purpose of the Barlow and Ortolani maneuvers in infants?
What is the purpose of the Barlow and Ortolani maneuvers in infants?
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In infant limb examination, how is spasticity or flaccidity typically assessed?
In infant limb examination, how is spasticity or flaccidity typically assessed?
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Which technique is recommended for evaluating joint mobility in infants?
Which technique is recommended for evaluating joint mobility in infants?
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What can a split shape indicate when examining an infant, according to the text?
What can a split shape indicate when examining an infant, according to the text?
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What is the expected curvature described in the text when examining an infant's thoracic and lumbar spine?
What is the expected curvature described in the text when examining an infant's thoracic and lumbar spine?
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What is a common finding in newborns related to the foot positioning?
What is a common finding in newborns related to the foot positioning?
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Which of the following is a condition often associated with a single crease extending across the entire palm in newborns?
Which of the following is a condition often associated with a single crease extending across the entire palm in newborns?
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Why is it important to follow tibial torsion and metatarsus adductus variations carefully in infants?
Why is it important to follow tibial torsion and metatarsus adductus variations carefully in infants?
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Which of the following could be an indicator of a fractured clavicle in a newborn?
Which of the following could be an indicator of a fractured clavicle in a newborn?
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What should be observed in the hands of a newborn to check for potential genetic conditions?
What should be observed in the hands of a newborn to check for potential genetic conditions?
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What does a positive Allis sign indicate during examination?
What does a positive Allis sign indicate during examination?
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How is general muscle strength evaluated in a newborn during examination?
How is general muscle strength evaluated in a newborn during examination?
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What might proximal muscle weakness in an infant indicate during examination?
What might proximal muscle weakness in an infant indicate during examination?
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What is a common observation of young children's spine during examination?
What is a common observation of young children's spine during examination?
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During musculoskeletal examination, what can an observer learn by watching a toddler play?
During musculoskeletal examination, what can an observer learn by watching a toddler play?
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Which factor is NOT associated with an increased risk of developing osteoporosis?
Which factor is NOT associated with an increased risk of developing osteoporosis?
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What is a potential cause of muscle tone disorders in infants according to the text?
What is a potential cause of muscle tone disorders in infants according to the text?
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In older adults, which factor is NOT commonly associated with weakness?
In older adults, which factor is NOT commonly associated with weakness?
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What might be indicated by a change in exercise endurance and the loss of ability to perform sudden movements in the musculoskeletal system?
What might be indicated by a change in exercise endurance and the loss of ability to perform sudden movements in the musculoskeletal system?
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Which action is NOT a possible risk factor for osteoporosis according to the text?
Which action is NOT a possible risk factor for osteoporosis according to the text?
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What is a potential cause of arm or leg pain as described in the text?
What is a potential cause of arm or leg pain as described in the text?
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What might be a possible cause of muscle cramps in pregnant patients based on the text?
What might be a possible cause of muscle cramps in pregnant patients based on the text?
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What could be a potential consequence of maternal infections during pregnancy according to the text?
What could be a potential consequence of maternal infections during pregnancy according to the text?
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What might be a potential sign of osteoporosis based on the risk factors listed in the text?
What might be a potential sign of osteoporosis based on the risk factors listed in the text?
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