NSG 6320 AGNP BOARD EXAM QUESTIONS Neurology Assessment (194 Questions and answers 100%correct/verified). New update 2022
An infant presents with an inappropriately increasing head circumference and hydrocephalus confirmed by CT scan. In addition to these findings, which one of thefollowing would also be consistent with hydrocephalus? A soft, low-pitched cry Ability to be comforted easily Tense, bulging fontanels Correct Appropriately increasing weight Explanation: An infant with newly diagnosed hydrocephalus presents with a shrill and high-pitched cry. They are very irritable and do not comfort easily. Additionally, the infant's fontanelsare tense and bulging due to the increased amount of cerebralspinal fluid (CSF) being produced or not being absorbed. These infants are very difficult feeders, so they often do not gain weight appropriately.
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