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?

Limp and delay in motor milestones Signup and view all the answers

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

Inflammatory bowel disease Signup and view all the answers

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

Internal tibial torsion Signup and view all the answers

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

6 years 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?

Persistent femoral ante version Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for bow legs in children?

Genu varus Signup and view all the answers

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

4 years 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?

Weight loss, night sweats, fever Signup and view all the answers

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

To build rapport and trust with the child Signup and view all the answers

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

Conduct only a partial assessment due to time constraints Signup and view all the answers

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

Young children up to 3 years Signup and view all the answers

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

The clinical presentation and general examination context Signup and view all the answers

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