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OMSB Exam OMSB_OEN Topic 5 Question 2 Discussion

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Question #: 2
Topic #: 5

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A nurse is examining a 24-month-old child with hydrocephalus for the development of later signs of hydrocephalus.

Which of the following signs the nurse would find?

AFrontal bossing

BBulging fontanels

CSeparated sutures

DDilated scalp veins

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Suggested Answer: A

In a 24-month-old child with hydrocephalus, later signs of the condition include frontal bossing, which is the prominent, protruding forehead caused by the enlargement of the frontal bone. This is a characteristic feature of chronic hydrocephalus. Bulging fontanels, separated sutures, and dilated scalp veins are typically earlier signs of hydrocephalus seen in younger infants before the cranial sutures close. As the child ages, frontal bossing becomes more apparent due to prolonged intracranial pressure.

by Joye at Jun 22, 2024, 03:51 PM

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Jimmie

12 months ago

Gotta be B, baby! Bulging fontanels are the way to go. Although, I must admit, I'm a little tempted by the dilated scalp veins. That sounds like a fun party trick.

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Pamella

12 months ago

Haha, I bet the answer is B. Bulging fontanels. What else would you expect from a child with hydrocephalus? Their head's gonna be like a balloon!

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Eric

11 months ago

A: Yes, that's true. It's important for the nurse to monitor for all these signs.

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Adelle

11 months ago

B: I heard that separated sutures can also be a sign of hydrocephalus.

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Cordelia

11 months ago

A: You're right, bulging fontanels are a common sign of hydrocephalus.

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Rex

11 months ago

Definitely B. It's a classic sign of hydrocephalus in infants.

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Wilbert

12 months ago

Yeah, I agree. It makes sense that the fontanels would bulge with increased pressure in the brain.

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Dottie

12 months ago

I think it's B too. Bulging fontanels seem like a common sign of hydrocephalus.

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Goldie

1 years ago

Hmm, I'm torn between B and C. Separated sutures could also be a sign, but I think the bulging fontanels are the most obvious giveaway.

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Julio

1 years ago

I think dilated scalp veins could be another sign to look out for.

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Raylene

1 years ago

I believe separated sutures could also be a sign of hydrocephalus.

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Mose

1 years ago

Definitely B. Bulging fontanels are a classic sign of hydrocephalus in toddlers. There's no way I'm missing that one!

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Brock

12 months ago

Yes, it's important to be vigilant and catch any signs early on.

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Annita

12 months ago

I agree, bulging fontanels are a key sign to watch for in toddlers with hydrocephalus.

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Johana

12 months ago

D) Dilated scalp veins

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Joseph

12 months ago

C) Separated sutures

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Stefany

12 months ago

B) Bulging fontanels

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Ozell

12 months ago

A) Frontal bossing

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Tiffiny

1 years ago

I agree with Yun, bulging fontanels are a sign of hydrocephalus.

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Yun

1 years ago

I think the nurse would find bulging fontanels.

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