CCRN Critical Care Nursing

Category - Neonatal

Shortly after birth a male neonate is diagnosed with a hip dislocation. As the nurse what device would you use to correct this?
  1. Pavlik harness
  2. Spica cast
  3. Leg cast
  4. Both A and B
Explanation
Answer: D - The nurse should use a Pavlik harness and a Spica Cast to correct this neonate’s hip dislocation. This is the treatment defined as needed for correction for the neonate’s age.
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