VP Shunts Are Most Commonly Placed for Patients Who Have

question 18

Multiple Choice

VP shunts are most commonly placed for patients who have congenital or acquired ____, or increased production of cerebrospinal fluid.

• A) hydrocephalus
• B) croup
• C) intussusception
• D) gastroenteritis

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