Which nursing consideration should be taken into account during cardiac catheterization for children with spina bifida?

When considering nursing care during cardiac catheterization for children with spina bifida, it's important to focus on the potential for latex allergies. Many children with spina bifida may have multiple medical interventions and surgeries, which increases their exposure to latex products. As a result, they might have developed sensitivities or allergic reactions to latex, which could pose significant risks during any procedure involving catheterization.

Understanding the implications of a latex allergy is crucial; it can lead to serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. Therefore, healthcare providers must take preventive measures by using latex-free equipment and ensuring that all staff involved are aware of the allergy status.

Awareness of iodine allergies is relevant but less prioritized in the context of spina bifida, as latex allergies are more common in this population. Continuous pulse oximetry monitoring and assessment for previous surgeries are important as well, but they do not directly relate to the unique considerations posed by the child’s underlying condition and the increased risk of allergic reactions to latex.