Straight A Nursing

In this episode, Nurse Mo delves into neural tube defects, with a focus on spina bifida and anencephaly. In addition to learning about the key characteristics of these conditions, you’ll also learn:  How neural tubes are formed early in embryonic development Who is most at risk for having a child with a neural tube defect How neural tube defects can be prevented Key assessments for an infant and child with spina bifida Common tests used to diagnose a neural tube defect Treatments for spina bifida, including surgery Important family education Listen now and you’ll be more prepared for OB exams and, if you’re a nurse, better equipped to care for these patients at the bedside. ______________ Full Transcript - Read the article and view references FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursing school horror stories, then you need this class! Join me in this on-demand session where I dispel all those nursing school myths and show you that YES...you can thrive in nursing school without it taking over your lif