The nurse is assessing a 4-year-old boy whose mother was 40 years old when he was born. Which of the following findings suggests this child has a genetic disorder?

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Low-set ears with lobe creases can be indicative of a genetic disorder, especially in children born to older mothers who have a higher risk of chromosomal abnormalities such as Down syndrome.

The Nurse Is Assessing a 4-Year-Old Boy Whose Mother Was