Based on Physical Findings, Including a Webbed Neck and Low

question 7

Multiple Choice

Based on physical findings, including a webbed neck and low hairline, the newborn female infant is suspected of having Turner's syndrome. The baby is in the newborn nursery while preparations are made for further evaluation including karyotyping. The nurse will want to monitor this baby for common associated conditions including:

• A)Club foot (talipes equinovarus).
• B)Congenital heart anomalies.
• C)Hyperbilirubinemia due to liver abnormalities.
• D)Diaphragmatic hernia.

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