The nurse points out that early testing on the newborn that discloses conditions that could result in intellectual disability include: (Select all that apply.)
a. PKU
b. Down syndrome
c. Congenital hypothyroidism
d. Cerebral palsy
e. Fetal alcohol syndrome
A, C
PKU and congenital hypothyroidism would result in intellectual disability, except for the fact that early testing can identify these children and preventative treatment can be initiated.
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A. Counseling for parents B. Law enforcement C. Mental health provider D. Social services agencies
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The nurse cleansing the skin surface of a patient prior to injection will start at the
a. periphery and work inward in a back and forth motion. b. periphery and work inward in a cyclical motion. c. injection site and work outward in a straight line. d. injection site and work outward in a circular motion.