Maternity and Pediatric Nursing: Spina Bifida Structures and Treatments
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What is the term used to describe the condition where a newborn aspirates meconium-stained amniotic fluid into the lungs?

  • Neonatal abstinence syndrome
  • Trisomy 21 Mosaicism
  • Erythroblastosis fetalis
  • Meconium aspiration syndrome (correct)
  • Which of the following is a common manifestation of transient tachypnea of the newborn?

  • Kernicterus
  • Chest retractions (correct)
  • Bilirubin toxicity
  • Grunting
  • What is the appropriate treatment for transient tachypnea of the newborn?

  • Intubation and mechanical ventilation
  • Provide warmth (correct)
  • RhoGAM injection
  • Conserve energy
  • Which condition occurs after prenatal exposure to drugs while the fetus is in utero?

    <p>Neonatal abstinence syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be the appropriate nursing action in response to a Rh- positive fetus to prevent erythroblastosis fetalis?

    <p>Administer RhoGAM injection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is associated with excessive amounts of bilirubin in brain tissues?

    <p>Kernicterus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be a manifestation of opiate withdrawal in an infant?

    <p>Body tremors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a nurse best manage an infant experiencing opiate withdrawal?

    <p>Provide a quiet environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential complication of being an infant of a diabetic mother?

    <p>Jaundice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a nurse best care for an infant at risk for hypoglycemia after birth?

    <p>Frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic manifestation of macrosomia in newborns?

    <p>Round face</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a child with a hairy patch in the lumbosacral region, indicating spina bifida occulta?

    <p>Meningocele</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of Spina Bifida is characterized by a defect in the bony canal with protrusion of the meninges and spinal cord?

    <p>Spina bifida cystica meningomyelocele</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sign is used to detect developmental dysplasia of the hip in infants?

    <p>Ortolani’s sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the surgical procedure referred to as cheiloplasty primarily used for?

    <p>Unilateral cleft lip and palate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What medication is commonly used to treat infants with hydrocephalus?

    <p>Furosemide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What diagnostic test is used to confirm positive results on a screening test?

    <p>Low in phenylalanine to limit buildup of protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

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