Which of the following conditions may cause an increase in a patient's Q angle?
A) Genu valgum
B) Genu varum
C) Genu recurvatum
D) Shallow femoral grooves
E) Externally rotated fibulas

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Genu valgum, or "knock-knees," increases the Q angle by causing the knees to angle inward, which affects the alignment of the patella relative to the femur.

Which of the Following Conditions May Cause an Increase in a Patient's