CPN exam – Neurology Questions & Answers 100% Correct(RATED A+)

Signs of increased ICP- infant - ANSWER-bulging fontanel, increased BP, decreased HR, irritability, decreased RR Neural Tube Defects • Anencephaly - ANSWER-the absence of a major portion of the brain, skull, and scalp that occurs during embryonic development. Encephalocele - ANSWER-sometimes known as cranium bifidum, is a neural tube defect characterized by sac-like protrusions of the brain and the membranes that cover it through openings in the skull. These defects are caused by failure of the neural tube to close completely during fetal development. Meningocele - ANSWER-this least common type of spina bifida, the meninges (membrane surrounding the spinal cord) protrude through the opening causing a lump or sac on the back. Myelomeningocele - ANSWER-a neural tube defect in which the bones of the spine do not completely form. This results in an incomplete spinal canal. The spinal cord and meninges (the tissues covering the spinal cord) protrude from (stick out of) the child's back. Neural tube defects (all of them) considerations post-op for life - ANSWER-Latex allergy (pacifiers, nipples, elastic and rubber pants, gum, bananas, avocados, condoms) Myelomeningocele Pre-op to do - ANSWER-• Keep area clean • Assess for function • Signs of infection Myelomeningocele Post-op to do - ANSWER-• Signs of ICP (head circum is important - high risk for hydroceph