A patient is diagnosed with Ellis-van Creveld syndrome. Which of the following will the nurse most likely assess in this patient? Select all that apply.

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A patient is diagnosed with Ellis-van Creveld syndrome. Which of the following will the nurse most likely assess in this patient?  Select all that apply.

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Ellis-van Creveld syndrome is characterized by short stature (A), polydactyly (extra digits) (B), and skeletal abnormalities such as wrist deformities (C). Muscle spasms and decayed teeth are not typical features of this syndrome.

A Patient Is Diagnosed with Ellis-Van Creveld Syndrome