Diagnosis of hydrocephalus

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The MRI result was a diagnosis of hydrocephalus. The neurosurgeon was consulted and obtained consent from the parent for the placement of a VP shunt the next morning The nurse is evaluating the parent's understanding of the surgery. The nurse should recognize which of the following statements by the parent indicates their understanding of the surgery?

The shunt is temporary and will be removed when my baby is months old The extra brain fluid will drain into their stomach There is risk that the shunt may become obstructed The neurosurgeon will use an external magnet to regulate the flow of CSF.

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