. A nurse is obtaining a patient history during a pre-employment physical. During the history, the patient states she has hereditary angioedema. Based on this condition, the nurse should inform the employee's supervisor that this condition:
A) Results in increased lost work days
B) Interferes with musculoskeletal function
C) Causes life-threatening laryngeal edema
D) Will not interfere with job performance
Ans: C
Feedback: Hereditary angioedema is an inherited condition that is characterized by episodes of life-threatening laryngeal edema. It should be reported to the employee's supervisor due to the risk of laryngeal obstruction. There is no information to support lost days of work or interference with job performance. This condition will not interfere with musculoskeletal function.
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