The parents of a newborn with a visible abnormality on the back are informed by the neonatologist that their child has a myelomeningocele. They ask the nurse, “What exactly does that mean?” Which response by the nurse best demonstrates an appropriate application of clinical knowledge in a family-centered care approach?

A child with spina bifida has developed a latex allergy due to repeated bladder catheterizations and surgeries. Which nursing intervention best demonstrates an evaluation of the child’s condition and prioritization of care?

A child with cerebral palsy has undergone surgery for placement of an intrathecal baclofen pump. Which instructions should the nurse include when teaching the parents about caring for their child? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse is caring for an infant diagnosed with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). Based on this diagnosis, which clinical manifestation should the nurse expect to observe during assessment?

An 8-year-old female child with moderate cerebral palsy (CP) has recently begun attending a regular classroom part-time. Her mother asks the school nurse whether her daughter should join an after-school Girl Scout troop. Which response by the nurse demonstrates the best evaluation of the child’s needs?

An infant diagnosed with hydrocephalus is hospitalized for surgical placement of a ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt. Which nursing interventions should be included in the child’s postoperative care? (Select all that apply.)

An infant diagnosed with hydrocephalus is hospitalized for surgical placement of a ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt. Which nursing interventions should be included in the child’s postoperative care? (Select all that apply.)

An 8-year-old female child with moderate cerebral palsy (CP) has recently begun attending a regular classroom part-time. Her mother asks the school nurse whether her daughter should join an after-school Girl Scout troop. Which response by the nurse demonstrates the best evaluation of the child’s needs?

What type of bond holds the nitrogenous bases together in a DNA molecule?

Which of the following correctly matches the base pairs in DNA?