Author Question: The nurse is providing care to a toddler client who is diagnosed with osteogenesis imperfect. Which ... (Read 88 times)

gbarreiro · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

The nurse is providing care to a toddler client who is diagnosed with osteogenesis imperfect. Which nursing intervention is appropriate for this client?

1. Support of the trunk and extremities when moving
2. Traction care
3. Cast care
4. Postop spinal surgery care

Question 2

A nurse notes blue sclerae during a newborn assessment. Which item will the newborn require further assessment for based on this finding?

1. Marfan syndrome
2. Achondroplasia
3. Osteogenesis imperfecta
4. Muscular dystrophy

JYan · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: With osteogenesis imperfecta, nursing care focuses on preventing fractures. Because the bones are fragile, the entire body must be supported when the child is moved. Traction, casts, and spinal surgery are not routinely done for osteogenesis.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Clinical manifestations of osteogenesis imperfecta include blue sclerae. This is not present in Marfan syndrome, achondroplasia, or muscular dystrophy.