Genetic and congenital disorders

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Genetic and Congenital Disorders

Mrs. R just found today that she is 9 weeks pregnant with her first child. She is elated, but she is also extremely concerned because she has Marfan syndrome and worries how this will affect her unborn child.

1. What is Marfan syndrome?

2. Upon auscultation of her heart, the nurse hears a murmur. What is the significance of this finding based on her history?

3. What other manifestations are typically associated with Marfan syndrome?

4. Mrs. R wants to know how this will affect her pregnancy.

5. Mrs. R wants to know if her baby is going to be born with Marfan syndrome. How will the nurse respond?

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