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ATI Custom Pediatric exam 1 Questions
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A newborn who has a myelomeningocele and is admitted to the newborn intensive care unit (NICU) to await surgery
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A nurse is caring for a newborn who has a myelomeningocele and is admitted to the newborn intensive care unit (NICU) to await surgery. Which of the following nursing goals is priority in the care of this infant?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Maintain integrity of the sac. This is the priority goal because the newborn with myelomeningocele is at risk for infection and further damage if the sac is not properly cared for. By ensuring the sac is clean, covered, and protected, the nurse can help prevent complications such as meningitis. Promoting maternal-infant bonding (
A) is important but not the priority at this time. Providing age-appropriate stimulation (
B) is not as urgent as ensuring the sac's integrity. Educating the parents about the defect (
C) is crucial for long-term care but not the immediate priority.
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