Question

When preparing for the discharge of a newborn after surgery to correct tracheoesophageal fistula (tef), the nurse teaches the parents about the need for long-term health care because their child has a high probability of developing which complication?

Answer 1

New born infants with (tef) are sent home with instructions that swallowing or muscle control may be a issue down the road with acid re-flux disease. If chromosomal abnormalities cardiac issues can present them selves. The possible risk of respiratory infections or inflammation may also occur.