The nurse is conducting a staff in-service on common problems associated with myelomeningocele. Which common problem is associated with this defect?
a. Hydrocephalus
b. Craniosynostosis
c. Biliary atresia
d. Esophageal atresia
ANS: A
Hydrocephalus is a frequently associated anomaly in 80% to 90% of children. Craniosynostosis is the premature closing of the cranial sutures and is not associated with myelomeningocele. Biliary and esophageal atresia is not associated with myelomeningocele.
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