As part of a research study on deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a perinatal nurse is collecting blood samples in women at highest risk for factor V Leiden mutation. Which woman would the nurse approach as the priority?
A.
African American
B.
Asian American
C.
Caucasian American
D.
Hispanic American
ANS: C
Approximately 5-7% of North American Caucasians, 2% of Hispanics, and 1% of African Americans have the factor V Leiden mutation. Asians do not have this gene and are not at risk for this mutation.
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