Spinal Cord Defects

Question 1

what is another name for spina bifida

Answer 1

myelodysplasia

Question 2

which type is an incomplete fusion of the vertebrae

Answer 2

occulta

Question 3

which type is an incomplete fusion of vertebrae w/ meninges & CSF protruding through the bony defect

Answer 3

meningocele

Question 4

which type is an incomplete fusion of vertebrae & meninges w/ CSF & nerve roots protruding through the bony defect

Answer 4

meningomyelocele

Question 5

what 4 things are thought to cause spina bifida

Answer 5

psych meds
decreased folic acid
diabetes
genetics

Question 6

what allergy often comes w/ spina bifida

Answer 6

latex

Question 7

what are some foods containing folic acid

Answer 7

greens
beans
nuts

Question 8

which lab value would be elevated

Answer 8

alpha fetoprotein

Question 9

pre-op the pt should be in what position, & legs in what position

Answer 9

prone

abduction

Question 10

what is the treatment for myelomeningocele & when is it done

Answer 10

surgery

24-72 hours after birth

Question 11

what complication should you be monitoring for

Answer 11

increased ICP

Question 12

what can be a problem w/ the bowel post op

Answer 12

paralytic ileus

Question 13

what is a common complication w/ the bladder post op

Answer 13

UTI

Question 14

what type of diet should a child w/ spina bifida be on

Answer 14

high fiber