Physiological AdaptationQuestion 1649 of 2368

The nurse is caring for an infant with a cleft palate. For which problem is the infant at greatest risk?

  1. Epistaxis
  2. Goiter
  3. Sinusitis
  4. Malnutrition
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Correct answer: Malnutrition

The opening between the mouth and nose makes it hard for an infant to suckle, creating a risk for malnutrition.

Source: Nursing Skills, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Head and Neck Assessment: Cleft Lip and Palate. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026