A 3-month-old infant is diagnosed with spina bifida. Which of the following information should be included in parent teaching?
A) Use only cotton diapers.
B) Avoid plastic diapers.
C) Avoid rubber toys.
D) Give protein-rich food.
C
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The nurse should instruct the parents to avoid providing the child with rubber toys, because children with spina bifida tend to be extremely sensitive to rubber. Clients with cystic fibrosis are given protein-rich food. Children with diaper rashes should wear only cotton diapers and avoid plastic diapers.
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