17 Questions
What actions are recommended to prevent contamination of surgical suture lines in infants?
Keeping the diaper well below the abdominal suture line
What should parents be taught regarding shunt malfunction?
How to 'pump' the shunt by pressing against the valve behind the ear
What are common signs of tube malfunction in older children?
Headache, lethargy, and changes in level of consciousness
What community resources should parents be made aware of?
National Hydrocephalus Foundation
What symptoms indicate increased pressure within the head?
Increase in blood pressure and decrease in pulse rate and respirations
What percentage of infants treated early have a survival rate?
~80%
What is a potential outcome for cases where treatment results in survival?
~33% result in normal physical and neurological functioning
What should parents be taught to do to prevent contamination of surgical suture lines in infants?
Keep the infant's diaper well below the abdominal suture line
What is a recommended action for parents in case of shunt malfunction?
Press against the valve behind the ear to 'pump' the shunt
Which community resource can provide support for parents of children with hydrocephalus?
National Hydrocephalus Foundation
What is a symptom commonly associated with increased pressure within the head?
Increased blood pressure
Which action should be taken by parents if their child shows signs of tube malfunction?
Seek immediate medical attention
What should parents do if they suspect their child has a cold or infection?
Immediately report symptoms to the nurse in charge
What action can parents take to alleviate signs of shunt malfunction?
'Pump' the shunt by pressing on it behind the ear
Which immediate action should parents take if they notice signs of increasing intracranial pressure in an older child?
Seek medical help promptly
'Pumping' the shunt involves pressing against which part behind the ear?
'Pump' valve located behind the ear
What action can parents take to assist with treatment adherence for hydrocephalus in children?
Support and facilitate multidisciplinary follow-up care
Learn about hydrocephalus in newborns, a condition characterized by an increase in cerebrospinal fluid within the brain ventricles, resulting in pressure changes and an enlargement of the head. Understand the causes, types, and symptoms of this condition.
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