The Nurse Is Developing a Pedigree

question 25

Multiple Choice

The nurse is developing a pedigree. Which pieces of information can be used to help identify the widowed female?

• A) A square is used to denote the female.
• B) A circle is used to denote the male.
• C) A horizontal line connects the circle and the square in the middle.
• D) A line above the circle and square that is linked on the top of each shape.
• E) The square has a diagonal line through the square from bottom left to upper right corner.

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Definitions:

Urea

A waste product formed in the liver, the final product of protein metabolism, which is excreted in the urine.

Ketones

Organic compounds produced during the breakdown of fats in the body and used as an energy source, especially in the context of low glucose availability.

Glucose

An essential sugar that acts as a vital source of energy for living organisms and is included in multiple carbohydrate compounds.

Nonpathological

Relating to a state that is not indicative of a disease or disorder.