Which statement by a parent of a newborn with hypospadias indicates an understanding of instructions given by the nurse?
A) "Circumcision should not be done now."
B) "We will have the baby circumcised before we leave the hospital."
C) "The condition will be surgically repaired before we leave the hospital."
D) "The condition will be repaired at 3 months of age."
A) "Circumcision should not be done now."
Explanation: A) Hypospadias can be surgically repaired, usually when the child is between 6 months and 2 years of age. Boys with this condition should not be circumcised at birth.
B) Hypospadias can be surgically repaired, usually when the child is between 6 months and 2 years of age. Boys with this condition should not be circumcised at birth.
C) Hypospadias can be surgically repaired, usually when the child is between 6 months and 2 years of age. Boys with this condition should not be circumcised at birth.
D) Hypospadias can be surgically repaired, usually when the child is between 6 months and 2 years of age. Boys with this condition should not be circumcised at birth.
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