The Child Is Admitted to the Hospital After Being Diagnosed

question 3

Multiple Choice

The child is admitted to the hospital after being diagnosed with retinoblastoma. Which assessment finding does the nurse anticipate for this child?

• A) A red reflex
• B) Yellow sclera
• C) A white pupil
• D) Blue-tinged sclera

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Human Condition

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