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ATINur2708 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
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12-month-old child diagnosed with congenital cerebral palsy.
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A parent brings a 12-month-old child diagnosed with congenital cerebral palsy to the clinic. The nurse completes an assessment. Which assessment finding does the nurse determine needs immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Suspected failure to thrive. Failure to thrive indicates inadequate weight gain or inappropriate weight loss. In a 12-month-old with cerebral palsy, this can be concerning due to increased energy needs and potential feeding difficulties. Immediate intervention is crucial to prevent further complications. Babbling speech (
A) is a normal developmental milestone at this age. Sitting with assistance (
C) is a motor milestone that may be delayed in cerebral palsy but doesn't require immediate intervention. Spastic movements of the extremities (
D) are common in cerebral palsy and may not require immediate intervention unless causing distress or harm.
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