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Brittanyd9008

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The nurse caring for a child in traction with a broken leg should add to the plan of care an intervention to prevent constipation, such as:
 
  a. Offering different fluids during the day
  b. Encouraging the intake of milk products
  c. Avoiding fruits
  d. Limiting foods high in fiber

Question 2

In the neural tube defect spina bifida, which of the following problems can the nurse expect the child to exhibit?
 
  1. Problems walking
   2. Partial or complete paralysis of the legs
   3. Problems with bowel or bladder control
   4. All of the above



Danny Ewald

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Answer to Question 1

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Offering fluids frequently, providing fluids at the bedside, and encouraging foods high in fiber will help prevent constipation.

Answer to Question 2

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1. There are different types of spina bifida, and the degree of severity will depend on how severely the child is affected.
2. There are different types of spina bifida, and the degree of severity will depend on how severely the child is affected.
3. There are different types of spina bifida, and the degree of severity will depend on how severely the child is affected.
4. There are different types of spina bifida, and the degree of severity will depend on how severely the child is affected.



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