Spina Bifida

Question 1

hydromyelia

Answer 1

central canal of the SC becomes abnormally widened, creating a cavity filled with CSF

Question 2

sx of hydromyelia

Answer 2

HAs
loss of sensitivity to temp
muscle stiffness
scoliosis
arm and leg weakness
sensory loss in arms and legs
severe pain in neck and arms

Question 3

sx of hydrocephalus in INFANTS

Answer 3

enlarged head
bulging or tense soft spot top of head
downward looking eyes
high pitched cry
probs w/ sucking or feeding
recurrent vomiting
seizures

Question 4

sx of hydrocephalus in CHILDREN & ADULTS

Answer 4

HAs
blurred or double vision
loss of bladder control
N&V
balance probs
decline in school or job performance
poor coordination
sleepiness or difficulties waking up
irritability

Question 5

sx of hydrocephalus in OLDER ADULTS

Answer 5

difficulty walking or slow shuffling
memory probs or dementia
balance and coordination probs
tremor or shaking