Which statement made by the parent of a 6-month-old infant ...

[Davideckstein7]

Which statement made by the parent of a 6-month-old infant undergoing serial casting for treatment of clubfoot indicates the parent is correctly following the treatment plan?
 
  a. I am careful to leave him in his bed with his leg elevated as much as possible..
  b. I monitor the temperature of his foot often to make sure that the cast still fits..
  c. It's okay that he's not trying to roll over; he'll catch up later..
  d. It's okay if the cast gets wet during baths because it will be changed often..

Question 2

During a well-child visit, the nurse identifies that an 18-month-old infant is bow legged. The nurse is aware that this assessment is:
 
  a. common in children between the ages of 2 and 7 years.
  b. a common variation until 1 year after walking begins.
  c. a serious condition needing further evaluation.
  d. an indication of neurological impairment.

[kaykay69]

Answer to Question 1

B
The temperature of the foot should be monitored often to assess for neurovascular compromise. The child should be allowed to have developmental stimulation to achieve as normal a growth and development as possible. The child should be trying to roll over by this age; if the child is not, this indicates the need for further evaluation. The cast should be kept dry although it is being changed often.

Answer to Question 2

B
Bow legs are a common occurrence in children until approximately 1 year after the child begins walking. They tend to correct as the child grows. Bow legs are not a common finding in children older than 30 months. Bow legs may need intervention but do not generally indicate serious abnormalities. Bow legs do not generally indicate a neurological impairment.

[Davideckstein7]

Thank you

[kaykay69]

No problemo