The nurse is teaching a group of nursing students about newborns born with the congenital defect of myelomeningocele. Which common problem is associated with this defect?

A) Neurogenic bladder
B) Cognitive impairment
C) Respiratory compromise
D) Cranioschisis

Myelomeningocele is one of the most common causes of neuropathic (neurogenic) bladder dysfunction among children. Risk of cognitive impairment is minimized through early intervention and management of hydrocephalus. Respiratory compromise is not a common problem in myelomeningocele. Cranioschisis is a skull defect through which various tissues protrude. It is not associated with myelomeningocele.