Assess for developmental dysplasia of the hip

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Question

A nurse orients a new nurse to the care of newborns. They are attending newborn hip screenings to assess for developmental dysplasia of the hip. Which statement by the new nurse indicates a good understanding of how this screening is conducted?

A. "Hip ultrasonography is the only exact way to confirm developmental dysplasia of the hip.

B. Hip screenings are done via x-ray of the bilateral hip joints during the newborn period."

C. Developmental dysplasia of the hip may be screened for at birth but is diagnosed when the child is walking."

D. "Trained professionals should conduct manipulations of the hip to determine this condition."

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