Which of the Following Assessments Is Most Appropriate to Perform

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following assessments is most appropriate to perform on a 9-month-old well child?
(This question reflects the results an examiner may find during a complete physical examination.Content in this question is not necessarily addressed directly in Jarvis' Physical Examination & Health Assessment. )

• A)Assessment for the Ortolani sign
• B)Assessment for stereognosis
• C)Assessment of blood pressure
• D)Assessment for the presence of the startle reflex

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Definitions:

Hydrostatic Pressure

The pressure exerted by a fluid at equilibrium due to the force of gravity.

Glomerular Filtration Membrane

A specialized filter in the kidney, consisting of capillary networks, that allows the passage of water and small solutes into the nephron while retaining larger molecules.

Urinalysis

A test of urine to detect and manage a wide range of disorders such as urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes.