Reduction of Risk PotentialQuestion 2068 of 2368
Which finding should the nurse report as a possible sign of hip dysplasia in a newborn?
- Hips and knees held flexed at rest
- Uneven gluteal folds
- Equal leg length with symmetrical movement
- A breech position held during the first few days after a breech birth
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Correct answer: Uneven gluteal folds
Different leg lengths, a hip that moves differently, or uneven gluteal folds may signal hip dysplasia.
Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Healthy Newborn Care: Assessment (Recognize Cues). Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Reduction of Risk Potential"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026