During a focused endocrine assessment, the patient states that her brother has fragile X syndrome. What should the nurse know about this health problem?
1. It is an endocrine disorder having a genetic basis.
2. It is not a relevant issue since the patient is female.
3. It is a health condition separate from the endocrine system.
4. It is a blood disorder.
Correct Answer: 1
Fragile X syndrome involves a gene mutation causing learning disabilities and mental retardation and is considered an endocrine disorder. Males are more severely affected than females and both sexes can be carriers of the disorder.
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