The mother of a newborn with extrophy of the bladder tells the nurse that the doctor said her baby may develop an unusual gait when learning to walk. The nurse explains that these children may develop a waddling gait because of:
A)Separation of the pubic bones
B)Tibial torsion
C)Genu varum
D)Subluxation of femur

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The nurse explains that these children may develop a waddling gait because of separation of the pubic bones. The lack of completion of fetal bladder development may interfere with development of the pelvis.

The Mother of a Newborn with Extrophy of the Bladder