A pediatric nurse performs a physical examination on a neonate and notes a spinal lesion with the meninges protruding through the defect that contains spinal cord elements.The nurse documents which condition as being present?
A) Hydrocephalus
B) Meningitis
C) Meningocele
D) Myelomeningocele
E) Spina bifida occulta

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A myelomeningocele is the most severe form of spina bifida and is evident on delivery.The meninges protrude through the defect,and they contain spinal cord elements.It appears as a very pronounced skin defect,usually covered by a transparent membrane,and neural tissue may be attached to the inner surface.

A Pediatric Nurse Performs a Physical Examination on a Neonate