A neonate is born with rectal atresia. Which action is the priority for this patient?
A.
Assist with immediate intubation.
B.
Obtain informed consent for surgery.
C.
Place the child in protective isolation.
D.
Teach the parents colostomy care.
ANS: B
Rectal atresia is a complete obstruction of the rectum that prevents passage of stool. Immediate surgical correction is needed. The nurse places priority on obtaining informed consent. Intubation will be performed as part of the operative procedure. There is no need for protective isolation. The child may or may not need a colostomy, depending on the anatomical location of the defect.
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