A child is born with clubfeet. When the caregiver ask the nurse how this will be treated, the nurse would explain that the initial management is to:
a. try traction first
b. use surgical intervention as soon as possible
c. do a frequent series of casting
d. wait and monitor only as the child will usually outgrow this condition after learning to walk
C
Congenital talipes equinovarus (clubfoot) is characterized by a foot with a clublike appearance; the entire foot is inverted, the heel is drawn up, and the forefoot is adducted. Manipulation and casting of the foot is needed. After several weeks of casting, a splint with a shoe attached is used for several months. If the condition does not improve, surgery is needed. The nurse must teach cast care, monitor for complications, and facilitate normal development.
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