Neonatalogy

Question 1

What is the recommended method for diagnosing Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) during the newborn period?
a) Ultrasound
b) X-ray
c) Physical examination
d) Blood test

Answer 1

c

Question 2

Which dynamic tests are commonly used to assess hip stability in infants under three months?
a) X-ray
b) Ultrasound
c) Ortolani and Barlow maneuvers
d) Blood test

Answer 2

c) Ortolani and Barlow maneuvers

Question 3

At what age are the Ortolani and Barlow maneuvers generally useful in assessing hip stability?
a) Less than 1 month
b) 3 to 6 months
c) 6 to 12 months
d) More than 12 months

Answer 3

a

Question 4

Which maneuver involves applying a gentle upward force while abducting the hip to assess hip stability?
a) Barlow maneuver
b) Ortolani maneuver
c) Galeazzi sign
d) Pelvic stabilization test

Answer 4

b

Question 5

The sensation of a palpable “clunk” during the Ortolani test indicates:
a) A stable hip
b) A dislocated hip being reduced into the acetabulum
c) A fractured hip
d) Hip flexion contracture

Answer 5

b) A dislocated hip being reduced into the acetabulum

Question 6

What is the Galeazzi sign?
a) Asymmetric skinfolds
b) Limited hip abduction
c) Inequality in knee height
d) A fractured hip

Answer 6

c) Inequality in knee height

Question 7

If the Ortolani or Barlow test is inconclusive at birth, when should the newborn return for follow-up?
a) 1 week
b) 2 weeks
c) 1 month
d) 3 months

Answer 7

b) 2 weeks