A Baby Is Born with a Genetic Disorder That Did

question 6

Multiple Choice

A baby is born with a genetic disorder that did not affect either of the parents. What would the nurse deduce about this situation?

• A) The mother is the carrier of the disorder.
• B) The father is the carrier of the disorder.
• C) The father is not the biological father of the baby.
• D) Both parents are carriers of the disorder.

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Definitions:

RSV

Respiratory Syncytial Virus, a common virus that causes respiratory infections, especially in young children.

Copious Airway Secretions

Refers to an excessive amount of mucus or fluids produced in the air passages, often seen in respiratory infections or conditions.

Intracranial Hemorrhage

Bleeding within the skull, potentially life-threatening, often caused by trauma or health conditions.

Cheyne-Stokes Respirations

A pattern of irregular breathing characterized by alternating periods of rapid breaths followed by periods of apnea.