10 Questions
Which craniofacial malformation is the most common?
Cleft lip
What causes a cleft lip?
Incomplete fusion of embryonic structures surrounding oral cavity
In severe clefts, how is the nostril on the affected side typically positioned?
Low
What occurs when primary and secondary palatine plates fail to fuse during embryonic development?
Cleft palate
What is a common dental anomaly associated with clefts?
Mispositioned teeth on the side of cleft
What is a major concern in the nursing management of an infant with cleft lip?
Obtaining adequate nutrition
When can cleft palate repair be done?
Anytime between ages 6 months and 5 years
What is a reason for preferring cleft palate repair at 9 to 18 months of age?
Establishing early speech patterns
Why should children who have undergone cleft palate repair avoid putting anything in their mouth postoperatively?
To prevent crust formation on the suture line
What environmental factor is suspected to contribute to the development of cleft lip and palate?
Heavy alcohol intake during pregnancy
Learn about the most common craniofacial malformation, cleft lip and palate, occurring in 1 in 700 live births. Understand the causes, types, and associated abnormalities of cleft lip.
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