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neverstopbelieb

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Upon physical examination of a 1-year-old patient, you note abnormal placement of the ears, hypertelorism, and strabismus. These are often signs of:
 
  A. Genetic conditions
  B. Deafness
  C. Birth injury
  D. Physical abuse

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In assessing the eyes, which of the following is considered a red flag finding when associated with eye redness?
 
  A. History of prior red-eye episodes
  B. Grossly visible corneal defect
  C. Exophthalmos
  D. Photophobia


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katkat_flores

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Facial dysmorphism often indicates a genetic disorder. These features include microcephaly, brachycephaly, hypertelorism, upslanting palpebral fissures, strabismus, broad nasal bridge, wide anterior fontanalle, anteverted nares, high arched palate, microretrognathia, low-set dysmorphic ears, and short neck.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Red flag warnings for eye redness include pain (not discomfort or irritation), decreased vision, profuse discharge, and corneal defect grossly visible.


neverstopbelieb

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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