pGALS Flashcards
1
Q
This is for children and it is mainly the same but there are a few differences!
A
This is for children and it is mainly the same but there are a few differences!
2
Q
Gait:
How would you ask them to walk?
A
Walk on heels and walk on tip-toes
3
Q
Valgus and varus deformity:
Varus (bow leg):
- What can it be a sign of in children although it is normal age <3?
Valgus (knocked knees):
- This is normal ages 2-7 (ARINZE)
- It can suggest JIA. What is it?
A
Rickets
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
4
Q
Toe walking:
What can cause this?
A
Spastic diplegia
Muscular dystrophy
Cerebral palsy
Autism
5
Q
What do you ask the child to do to test for TMJ function?
A
Open mouth wide and place 3 fingers in side
