After a cleft lip repair, a child is receiving formula feedings through a syringe. The child's parent is participating in care. Which of these actions by the parent indicates a need for further instructions about feeding the child? The caregiver:.

Choice A rationale:

Threat to body image is not the primary concern for an 8-year-old patient undergoing diagnostic testing for seizures. Seizures are primarily neurological in nature.

Choice B rationale:

Fear of bodily injury might be a concern, but for an 8-year-old patient undergoing diagnostic testing for seizures, the more immediate concern would likely be related to their social interactions and acceptance among peers.

Choice C rationale:

Loss of peer acceptance is the most likely psychological concern for an 8-year-old patient during diagnostic testing. Children at this age are highly conscious of fitting in with their peers, and a medical condition might make them worry about being different.

Choice D rationale:

Separation from parents could be a concern for younger children, but 8-year-olds are generally more independent and less likely to experience extreme separation anxiety.

Choice A rationale:

While educating caregivers on sensory impairment is important for an infant with myelomeningocele, preventing infection takes precedence as the priority nursing intervention.

Choice B rationale:

The correct answer. Preventing infection at the site of the myelomeningocele is crucial to avoid potentially life-threatening complications, such as meningitis. The exposed neural tissue poses a significant infection risk.

Choice C rationale:

Correcting joint contractures is important but is a secondary concern compared to preventing infection, which can have more immediate and severe consequences.

Choice D rationale:

Measuring daily head circumference is important to monitor for hydrocephalus in these infants, but preventing infection remains the higher priority.