The pregnant client with Marfan syndrome is at a high risk of
a. developing respira-tory difficulties c. aortic aneurysm
b. cephalopelvic dis-proportion d. progressive renal insufficiency
C
Aortic aneurysms are among the cardiovascular anomalies associated with Marfan syndrome. Marfan syndrome is characterized by ocular, skeletal, and cardiovascular alterations. Respiratory difficulties are more characteristic of cystic fibrosis. Cephalopelvic disproportion is characteristic of osteogenesis imperfecta type 1 . Progressive renal insufficiency is not associated with Marfan syndrome.
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