A Patient,age 9,is Admitted to a Pediatric Unit with Duchenne

question 3

Multiple Choice

A patient,age 9,is admitted to a pediatric unit with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.When planning care the nurse recalls the patient inherited this condition through a _____ trait.

• A) Sex-linked dominant
• B) Sex-influenced
• C) Sex-limited
• D) Sex-linked recessive

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Definitions:

Substance Abuse Relapse

Substance abuse relapse is the return to drug or alcohol use after a period of abstinence, often triggered by stress or environment.

Stressful Situations

Events or circumstances that cause tension, anxiety, or strain.

Alcohol Detoxification

The process of allowing the body to rid itself of alcohol while managing the withdrawal symptoms in a safe and controlled environment, typically the first step in treating alcohol dependence.

Long-term Treatment

Ongoing therapeutic interventions or medications administered over an extended period to manage chronic conditions or diseases.