A form of spina bifida in which some of the spinal cord and meninges are protruding from a defect in the spine is a(n):

A) meningioma.
B) myelomeningocele.
C) osteogenesis imperfecta.
D) hydrocele.

B

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A) Advise the patient to make an appointment with her doctor if a good night's sleep does not make her feel better. B) Transport the patient for evaluation of a potentially serious medical problem. C) Call a family member to come and stay with the patient. D) Reassure the patient that there is nothing to worry about; these things happen as you get older.

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