Author Question: The nurse is aware that the child with a myelomeningocele may also have problems with: (Select all ... (Read 20 times)

altibaby · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse is aware that the child with a myelomeningocele may also have problems with: (Select all that apply.)

a. Lower limb paralysis
b. Mental retardation
c. Poor bladder control
d. Hydrocephalus
e. Poor bowel control

Question 2

The nurse while assisting the physician with a lumbar puncture of a small child will take special precaution to closely monitor the:

a. Blood pressure
b. Pulse
c. Respiratory status
d. Temperature

31809pancho · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, C, D, E
Mental retardation is not seen consistently in neural tube defects.

Answer to Question 2

C
The nurse would monitor the respiratory status of the child during the procedure. Respiratory obstruction is a risk when the neck is flexed. The other vital signs would be monitored before the beginning of the procedure.