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What complication may arise in neonates with meningocele?
What complication may arise in neonates with meningocele?
- Osteoporosis
- Chiari II malformation
- Hydrocephalus (correct)
- Latex allergy
Which of the following is NOT described as an impairment associated with Spina Bifida?
Which of the following is NOT described as an impairment associated with Spina Bifida?
- Abnormal eye movement
- Development of most of the cranium and brain (correct)
- Bladder and bowel control problems
- Joint contractures
What treatment is typically involved in the management of Spina Bifida?
What treatment is typically involved in the management of Spina Bifida?
- Treatment with antibiotics
- Amniocentesis post-birth
- Spine X-rays and/or spinal ultrasound (correct)
- Triple Screen during pregnancy
Which anomaly is typically associated with the failure of development of most of the cranium and brain?
Which anomaly is typically associated with the failure of development of most of the cranium and brain?
What is a characteristic feature of infants born with Anencephaly?
What is a characteristic feature of infants born with Anencephaly?
Which diagnostic test is NOT typically used to confirm the diagnosis of microcephaly?
Which diagnostic test is NOT typically used to confirm the diagnosis of microcephaly?
What is the common approach to managing microcephaly?
What is the common approach to managing microcephaly?
What is the typical life expectancy for children with microcephaly?
What is the typical life expectancy for children with microcephaly?
Which of the following is NOT an early sign of hydrocephalus in a child?
Which of the following is NOT an early sign of hydrocephalus in a child?
Which condition is associated with the failure of development of most of the cranium and brain?
Which condition is associated with the failure of development of most of the cranium and brain?
In hydrocephalus, what does the term 'fontanels' refer to?
In hydrocephalus, what does the term 'fontanels' refer to?
Which imaging technique is used to detect cerebral malformations in microcephaly?
Which imaging technique is used to detect cerebral malformations in microcephaly?
