The nurse is preparing to assess a female adolescent diagnosed with Turner syndrome. What findings should the nurse expect because of this genetic disorder?
a. webbed neck
b. muscle atrophy
c. short stature
d. facial hair growth
e. lack of sexual development
Answer:
a. webbed neck
c. short stature
e. lack of sexual development
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