Pediatric Musculoskeletal Examination - Prof.Dr.Tuncay Duruöz
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When should pGALS be performed according to the text?

  • When a child presents with unexplained pyrexia (correct)
  • When a child is diagnosed with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
  • When a child has inflammatory arthritis
  • When a child has known association with musculoskeletal presentations
  • What are the potentially life-threatening conditions that can present with musculoskeletal symptoms in children?

  • Migraines and stomach aches
  • Excessive tiredness and lack of appetite
  • Allergic reactions and skin infections
  • Malignancy, infection, vasculitis, and non-accidental injury (correct)
  • In what scenario does the lack of reported pain not exclude arthritis?

  • When a child experiences gelling and altered function (correct)
  • When a child has swelling on the joints
  • When a child has difficulty walking
  • When a child has a fever and is unwell
  • What are the presenting features of Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) mentioned in the text?

    <p>Limp and delay in motor milestones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following pediatric conditions is associated with inflammatory joint disease according to the text?

    <p>Inflammatory bowel disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by a child walking with patella facing forward and toes pointing inwards?

    <p>Internal tibial torsion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age is metatarsus adductus most likely to resolve in children?

    <p>6 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is common between the ages of 3–8 years and is characterized by the child walking with patellae and feet pointing inwards?

    <p>Persistent femoral ante version</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is another term for bow legs in children?

    <p>Genu varus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age are knock knees (genu valgus) most commonly maximal in children?

    <p>4 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some red flags that may raise concern about infection, malignancy, or non-accidental injury in a child?

    <p>Weight loss, night sweats, fever</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to use a 'copy me' approach when performing pGALS on a child?

    <p>To build rapport and trust with the child</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following would NOT be considered a practical tip in performing pGALS on a child?

    <p>Conduct only a partial assessment due to time constraints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what age group is habitual toe walking commonly observed according to the text?

    <p>Young children up to 3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be considered when interpreting the findings from a pGALS assessment in a child?

    <p>The clinical presentation and general examination context</p> Signup and view all the answers

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