A Neonate with a Meningomyelocele Is to Have Surgery in the Morning

question 13

Multiple Choice

A neonate with a meningomyelocele is to have surgery in the morning. Which nursing action is appropriate for this neonate?

• A) Applying a diaper to prevent contamination of sac
• B) Positioning the newborn in a side-lying position
• C) Encouraging the mother to hold the newborn because she will not be able to pick him up after surgery
• D) Positioning the newborn in a prone position

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Definitions:

Short-Term Memory

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Infant Recall

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