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What actions are recommended to prevent contamination of surgical suture lines in infants?
What actions are recommended to prevent contamination of surgical suture lines in infants?
- Applying a damp cloth on the suture line
- Covering the suture line with a bandage
- Using scented oils on the suture line
- Keeping the diaper well below the abdominal suture line (correct)
What should parents be taught regarding shunt malfunction?
What should parents be taught regarding shunt malfunction?
- Pulling the infant's ear for relief
- How to 'pump' the shunt by pressing against the valve behind the ear (correct)
- How to apply pressure to the infant's chest
- Giving the infant cold medication
What are common signs of tube malfunction in older children?
What are common signs of tube malfunction in older children?
- Redness and swelling at the tube site
- Increased appetite and energy levels
- Constant giggling and jumping
- Headache, lethargy, and changes in level of consciousness (correct)
What community resources should parents be made aware of?
What community resources should parents be made aware of?
What symptoms indicate increased pressure within the head?
What symptoms indicate increased pressure within the head?
What percentage of infants treated early have a survival rate?
What percentage of infants treated early have a survival rate?
What is a potential outcome for cases where treatment results in survival?
What is a potential outcome for cases where treatment results in survival?
What should parents be taught to do to prevent contamination of surgical suture lines in infants?
What should parents be taught to do to prevent contamination of surgical suture lines in infants?
What is a recommended action for parents in case of shunt malfunction?
What is a recommended action for parents in case of shunt malfunction?
Which community resource can provide support for parents of children with hydrocephalus?
Which community resource can provide support for parents of children with hydrocephalus?
What is a symptom commonly associated with increased pressure within the head?
What is a symptom commonly associated with increased pressure within the head?
Which action should be taken by parents if their child shows signs of tube malfunction?
Which action should be taken by parents if their child shows signs of tube malfunction?
What should parents do if they suspect their child has a cold or infection?
What should parents do if they suspect their child has a cold or infection?
What action can parents take to alleviate signs of shunt malfunction?
What action can parents take to alleviate signs of shunt malfunction?
Which immediate action should parents take if they notice signs of increasing intracranial pressure in an older child?
Which immediate action should parents take if they notice signs of increasing intracranial pressure in an older child?
'Pumping' the shunt involves pressing against which part behind the ear?
'Pumping' the shunt involves pressing against which part behind the ear?
What action can parents take to assist with treatment adherence for hydrocephalus in children?
What action can parents take to assist with treatment adherence for hydrocephalus in children?
