A baby has just been born with anencephaly.Which action by the labor and delivery charge nurse takes priority?
A) Admit the baby to the NICU.
B) Consult the palliative care team.
C) Place the infant in protective isolation.
D) Prepare the infant for surgery.

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Anencephaly is a condition in which the child is born with a malformed skull and cerebrum.Some children with anencephaly are born alive,but the condition is fatal,as most of the skull is not present.The priority for the charge nurse is to initiate spiritual and palliative care for the family.There is no indication for admission to the NICU,protective isolation,or surgery.

A Baby Has Just Been Born with Anencephaly