A Toddler with Developmental Delays in Walking Undergoes Diagnostic Evaluation

question 223

Multiple Choice

A toddler with developmental delays in walking undergoes diagnostic evaluation for a waddling gait.The patient has a very high creatine kinase (CK) level and is experiencing muscle wasting in the lower extremities.Based on this information, which condition should the nurse plan to manage?

• A)Hypothyroidism
• B)Muscular dystrophy
• C)Spina bifida
• D)Reye's syndrome

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