A Patient with Unilateral or Bilateral Aplasia of the Clavicles

question 94

Multiple Choice

A patient with unilateral or bilateral aplasia of the clavicles will have which characteristics?

• A) Hyperplastic paranasal sinuses
• B) Short and wide neck
• C) Mushroom shape of the cranium because of premature closure of the fontanelles
• D) Be able to approximate their shoulders to the midline

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Definitions:

Infants Regurgitation

The backward flow of food from the stomach into the esophagus that frequently occurs in infants, often resulting in the expulsion of milk after feeding.

Weight Gain

The increase in body weight over a period of time, which can be due to muscle mass, fat deposits, or fluid accumulation.

Clinic

A healthcare facility that provides outpatient services, often focusing on primary care or specialized treatment.

Dietary Assessment

The evaluation of a person's nutritional intake over a period to determine their dietary habits and health status.