The Child Was Diagnosed with Phenylketonuria Shortly After Birth and Has

question 6

Multiple Choice

The child was diagnosed with phenylketonuria shortly after birth and has been treated by the endocrine clinic for the last four years. The mother has missed the last three appointments. When the child keeps the next appointment, the mother assures the nurse that the child has followed the dietary restrictions. Which finding would make the nurse this statement?

• A)The child's body has a musty odor.
• B)This child is a blue-eyed blond.
• C)The child appears sleepy and uninterested in the surroundings.
• D)The child has a sunburn over his entire body.

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Definitions:

Active Transport

The process where molecules travel through a cellular membrane from an area of lesser concentration to an area of greater concentration, necessitating the use of energy.

Absorption

The process by which nutrients, drugs, and other substances are taken up from the gastrointestinal tract into the bloodstream.

Mastication

The act of grinding food with teeth before swallowing and digesting it.

Muscular Tunic

A layer commonly found in various hollow organs, like the gastrointestinal tract and bladder, composed of smooth or striated muscle that helps in movement or the maintenance of tone.