A Newborn Is Suspected of Having Coarctation of the Aorta

question 8

Multiple Choice

A newborn is suspected of having coarctation of the aorta.Which of the following assessments would aid in diagnosis?

• A) Cyanosis
• B) Bounding pedal pulses
• C) Cool arms
• D) Weak or absent femoral pulses

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