The nurse is caring for a newborn in the special care nursery. The infant is positioned prone, and has hydrocephalus. The nurse is especially careful to cleanse all stool after bowel movements
This care is most appropriate for an infant born with: 1. Oomphalocele.
2. Gastroschisis.
3. Diaphragmatic hernia.
4. Myelomeningocele.
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Rationale:
1. Oomphalocele is a herniation of abdominal contents into the base of the umbilical cord. Positioning on the abdomen would be detrimental. Hydrocephalus is not associated with oomphalocele.
2. Gastroschisis is a full-thickness defect of the abdominal wall, resulting in the abdominal organs' being located on the outside of the body. Positioning on the abdomen would be detrimental. Hydrocephalus is not associated with this condition.
3. Diaphragmatic hernia is incomplete formation of the diaphragm, resulting in bowel and sometimes stomach extending upward through the defect and being located in the chest cavity. Respiratory distress is the primary symptom. Surgical repair is required for normal respiratory function if the lungs have not been compromised by crowding from abdominal organs. Positioning should be high Fowler's to facilitate respiratory efforts. Hydrocephalus is not associated with this condition.
4. Myelomeningocele is a neural tube defect in which the meninges and spinal cord are exposed. Surgical repair is undertaken to prevent encephalitis. Meticulous cleaning of the perineum helps prevent infection. The infant is positioned prone to prevent pressure on the defect. Hydrocephalus often is present.
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