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A Newborn Infant Screening Yields a Positive Result for Biotinidase

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A newborn infant screening yields a positive result for biotinidase deficiency. The RN prepares education for the patient's parents regarding the role of enzymes in metabolism and this enzyme deficiency disorder.
-Based upon knowledge of enzymes and metabolic processes,which of the following outcomes should the parents expect if the deficiency is not treated?  


A) No effect on the patient's health
B) Reduced immunity in adulthood in the patient
C) Mildly impaired vision in the patient
D) Permanent damage to organ systems and/or death of the patient

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