Spina Bifida
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What is the recommended approach for managing neurogenic bladder in kids with MM?

  • Increasing fluid intake
  • Prescription medication for overactive bladder
  • Surgical intervention for bladder control
  • Clean intermittent catheterization on a regular schedule (correct)
  • What is a common issue for kids with MM related to bowel control?

  • Incontinence and constipation (correct)
  • Muscle weakness in the arms
  • Excessive urination
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • What should be assessed as part of the baseline biomechanical assessment for kids with MM?

  • Functional activities in the developmental sequence (correct)
  • Blood glucose levels
  • Visual acuity
  • Blood pressure and heart rate
  • What is the focus of PT treatment for kids with MM?

    <p>Reaching age-appropriate developmental milestones (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended intervention to avoid contractures and deformities in kids with MM?

    <p>Passive range of motion exercises (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age is surgical fusion recommended for kids with MM to avoid truncal shortening?

    <p>10-11 years old in girls, 12-13 years old in boys (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended frequency for standing programs to improve bone mineral density in kids with MM?

    <p>5 days per week for 60-90 minutes per day (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of orthotic intervention for kids with MM?

    <p>Maintain a balanced trunk and pelvis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prevalence of Meningomyelocele (MM) among races and regions?

    <p>It varies among races and regions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what week is Meningomyelocele (MM) typically diagnosed?

    <p>18 weeks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential risk factor for Meningomyelocele (MM)?

    <p>Maternal BMI of &gt; 29 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should folic acid supplementation be initiated to reduce the risk of Meningomyelocele (MM)?

    <p>3 months before conception (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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