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What is the major concern guiding treatment for the child with Legg-Calv-Perthes disease?
 
  a. Avoid permanent deformity.
  b. Minimize pain.
  c. Maintain normal activities.
  d. Encourage new hobbies.

Question 2

Of all pregnant women being treated for depression, approximately one-third have a first occurrence during pregnancy.
 
  All pregnant and postpartum women should be screened for perinatal mood disorders by using the _________ Postnatal Depression Scale. Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



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Answer to Question 1

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A The major concern related to Legg-Calv-Perthes disease is to prevent an
arthritic process resulting from the flattening of the femoral head of the femur
when it protrudes outside the acetabulum.
B The pain associated with Legg-Calv-Perthes disease decreases with increased
rest, making activity restriction an important factor for these children. The
priority concern for treatment is to prevent deformity.
C In Legg-Calv-Perthes disease, the major concern is to prevent deformity
through decreased activity.
D Prevention of deformity is the major concern for children with
Legg-Calv-Perthes disease, and rest is a mandatory treatment. Selected hobbies
that do not require physical activity are encouraged.

Answer to Question 2

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The 10-item Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale accurately identifies depression in
pregnant and postpartum women.



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