A child with severe mental and physical handicaps is at risk for: ...

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A child with severe mental and physical handicaps is at risk for:
 
  1. Developing neurocutaneous lesions.
   2. A dysmorphic nose and ears.
   3. Abnormal cranial nerve function.
   4. All of the above are correct.

Question 2

In anticipation for the care of a preterm infant, the nurse is aware that the priority in care is:
 
  a. Establishing good nutrition
  b. Stabilizing thermoregulation
  c. Monitoring for hyperbilirubinemia
  d. Parental bonding

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Answer to Question 1

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1. Neurocutaneous lesions occur because of high risk for lack of physical movement.
2. Bone structure may be dysmorphic because of chronic abnormal muscle movements and contractures.
3. Because of neurological dysfunction, cranial nerve function will be abnormal.
4. Neurocutaneous lesions occur because of high risk for lack of physical movement. Bone structure may be dysmorphic because of chronic abnormal muscle movements and contractures. Because of neurological dysfunction, cranial nerve function will be abnormal.

Answer to Question 2

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Stabilization of thermoregulation and the respiratory system are the priorities in the care of preterm infants.