A Newborn Child Is Diagnosed with Trisomy 18

question 14

Multiple Choice

A newborn child is diagnosed with trisomy 18.Which of the following congenital heart defects should the nurse assess for in the infant? (select all that apply)

• A) Patent ductus
• B) Coarctation of the aorta
• C) Atrioventricular canal defect
• D) Ventricular septal defect
• E) Pulmonary stenosis

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