On assessment of a newborn, the nurse finds meconium in the urine. The nurse realizes that this is indicative of which of the following conditions?
a. a bladder that is wrapped around the intestine
b. imperforate anus
c. anal agenesis
d. a fistula between the bowel and the urinary tract
D
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A Incorrect. Meconium in the urine in a newborn is not indicative of a bladder that is wrapped around the intestine.
B Incorrect. Meconium in the urine in a newborn is not indicative of imperforate anus.
C Incorrect. Meconium in the urine in a newborn is not indicative of anal agenesis.
D Correct. On assessment of a newborn, the nurse finds meconium in the urine. The nurse realizes that this is indicative of a fistula between the bowel and the urinary tract.
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