A 6-year-old child has been diagnosed with growth hormone deficiency. The child's mother requests more information about this condition. Which statements should be included in the nurse's response? Select all that apply
A) "The majority of children who have this condition are born of normal weight and length."
B) "There are several potential causes of this condition."
C) "This condition is most likely related to dwarfism in past generations of your family."
D) "Most children with this condition are nutritionally deprived."
E) "Your child most likely does not eat adequate amounts of protein."
Ans: A, B
Growth hormone deficiency can result from a variety of causes. These causes may include genetic mutations, tumors, infection and birth trauma. Some cases have not identifiable causes. Most children diagnosed with this condition are of normal length and weight at birth but in childhood fall behind in growth. A small proportion of children may have nutritional concerns.
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