The nurse is performing a risk assessment of a 5-year-old and determines the child has a risk factor for cystic fibrosis. What type of screening would the nurse perform to confirm or rule out this disease?

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Selective screening is used for individuals or populations who are at higher risk for certain conditions, such as cystic fibrosis, based on risk factors like family history or clinical signs.

The Nurse Is Performing a Risk Assessment of a 5-Year-Old