Author Question: In a newborn's eyes, strabismus is a normal finding because of: a. congenital cataracts. b. lack ... (Read 300 times)

nenivikky · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

In a newborn's eyes, strabismus is a normal finding because of:

a. congenital cataracts.
b. lack of binocularity.
c. absence of red reflex.
d. inability of pupil to react to light.

Question 2

When doing the first assessment of a male newborn, the nurse notes that the scrotum is large, edematous, and pendulous. This should be interpreted as a(n):

a. normal finding.
b. hydrocele.
c. absence of testes.
d. inguinal hernia.

meow1234 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Newborns are unable to focus their eyes on an object. Binocularity does not develop until ages 3 to 4 months. Congenital cataracts, absence of red reflex, and inability of pupil to react to light are not normal findings and need further evaluation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
A large, edematous, and pendulous scrotum in a term newborn, especially in those born in a breech position, is a normal finding. A hydrocele is fluid in the scrotum, usually unilateral, which usually resolves within a few months. The presence or absence of testes would be determined on palpation of the scrotum and inguinal canal. Absence of testes may be an indication of ambiguous genitalia. An inguinal hernia may be present at birth. It is more easily detected when the child is crying.