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lilldybug07 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

A recently separated mother is overwhelmed with caring for three children under the age of 5 years. The oldest child has been recently diagnosed with muscular dystrophy.

Which health care providers should the nurse consult to help the mother? (Select all that apply.) A) Dietician
B) Physician
C) Pharmacist
D) Social worker
E) Physical therapist

Question 2

When assessing the child with osteogenesis imperfecta, the nurse should expect to observe

a. Discolored teeth
b. Below-normal intelligence
c. Increased muscle tone
d. Above-average stature

jamesnevil303 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D, E
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The mother is recently separated and is raising three children independently. The older child is diagnosed with a chronic illness. The nurse should consult a social worker to help identify resources that the mother and family need. The nurse should consult with a physical therapist to help the oldest child attain or maintain the maximum level of physical functioning. A dietician, physician, and pharmacist will not necessarily be of assistance to the family at this time.

Answer to Question 2

A
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A Children with osteogenesis imperfecta have incomplete development of bones,
teeth, ligaments, and sclerae. Teeth are discolored because of abnormal enamel.
B Despite their appearance, children with osteogenesis imperfecta have normal or
above-normal intelligence.
C The child with osteogenesis imperfecta has weak muscles and decreased muscle
tone.
D Because of compression fractures of the spine, the child appears short.