Neurological Disorders and Birth Injuries Quiz
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What is a common sign of Ventricular Septal Defect in infants?

  • Poor growth
  • Squatting
  • Clubbing of fingers
  • Blue spells or TET spells (correct)

Which nursing intervention is recommended for children with Tetralogy of Fallot?

  • Morphine for pain relief
  • Oxygen and Intravenous Fluids (correct)
  • Propanolol for vasospasm
  • Laying flat on the back

Which procedure is indicated for Transposition of the Great Arteries?

  • FONTAN PROCEDURE
  • Pulmonary Artery banding
  • BLALOCK-TAUSSIG SHUNT (BT SHUNT)
  • Arterial Switching (JATENE) (correct)

What is a common complication associated with Tetralogy of Fallot?

<p>Hypercyanotic Right Ventricular dysfunction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic symptom of Transposition of the Great Arteries from birth?

<p>Tachypnea worsening with crying (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a palatal obturator?

<p>To cover a gap in the roof of the mouth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the absence of the tricuspid valve lead to in Tetralogy of Fallot?

<p>Compatibility with life (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of preoperative care for an infant before surgery?

<p>Weaning from bottles or breast feeding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to observe for bleeding post-operatively?

<p>To detect any complications early (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred post-operative feeding position after Nissen fundoplication surgery?

<p>High semi fowlers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can pneumonia and dilated air-filled upper esophageal pouch be diagnosed?

<p>Chest X-ray (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some management options for esophageal issues?

<p>Esophagostomy and Gastrostomy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key seizure precaution for a child on a ketogenic diet?

<p>Wearing a medic alert bracelet (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended emergency treatment for seizures in children with cerebral palsy?

<p>Turning the child to one side (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of anoxia (lack of oxygen) in the brain during delivery?

<p>Mental retardation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is commonly used for emergency treatment of seizures in children?

<p>Diazepam (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What upper motor neuron impairment results in motor dysfunction in children with cerebral palsy?

<p>Lower motor neuron impairment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common sign or symptom associated with cerebral palsy in children?

<p>Delayed skills development (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of WBC levels in the context of bowel obstruction?

<p>WBC levels higher than 15,000/ul indicate an obstruction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What diagnostic procedure is considered the gold standard for diagnosing Hirschsprung disease?

<p>Anorectal Biopsy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of Hirschsprung disease in infants?

<p>Fecaloid vomitus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is characterized by an absence of an anal opening in newborns?

<p>Imperforated Anus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary management approach for Imperforated Anus?

<p>Ileostomy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic procedure is used to confirm the presence of aganglionic segments in the colon?

<p>Rectal Biopsy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected outcome in a patient with cranial sutures expanded and a tense full anterior fontanelle?

<p>Increased intracranial pressure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a symptom of abnormal electrical activity in the brain?

<p>Loss of consciousness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of seizures involve stiff muscles, loss of consciousness, followed by rhythmic jerking of extremities?

<p>Clonic seizures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition requires surgical repair after 2 months?

<p>Bladder incontinence (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of seizure is characterized by loss of consciousness, daydreaming, blank staring, lip smacking, and picking clothes?

<p>Absence seizures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context provided, which symptom indicates postictal phase following a seizure?

<p>Confusion and sleepiness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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