Answer to Question 1
Answer:1
Rationale: A sign of congenital hip dysplasia in the infant would be asymmetry of the gluteal and thigh fat folds. Trendelenburg sign and telescoping of the affected limb are signs that present in an older child with congenital hip dysplasia. Lordosis does not occur with hip dysplasia.
Answer to Question 2
Answer:2
Rationale: The legs should be elevated on a pillow for 24 hours to promote healing and help with venous return.Some amount of swelling can be expected, so it would not be appropriate to notify the physician,especially if the color, sensitivity,and movement remained normal to the toes.Ice should be applied,not heat. An infant would not be able to follow directions to move toes,and in this case it would not be as effective as elevating the legs on pillows.