The nurse would examine a child with low-set ears for anomalies in which organ that formed at the same time as the ears in embryonic development?
a. heart c. liver
b. kidneys d. lungs
B
Kidneys and ears are formed at the same time in embryonic development. If a child's ears are set low, renal anomalies must be ruled out. Low-set ears can also occur in Down syndrome. A child with low-set ears should not be assessed for anomalies of the heart, liver, or lungs.
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