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Which type of malignancy is more common in children with Down's syndrome?
 
  1. Leukemias
   2. Osteosarcomas
   3. Large cell carcinomas
   4. Non-small cell carcinomas

Question 2

What is menarche?
 
  1. Not something to worry about with this age group
   2. An adverse reportable condition
   3. Early menopause
   4. A girls first period, the start of menses.



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1. Leukemias are common the most common malignancy in children with Down's syndrome.
2. Osteosarcoma is not prevalent in children with Down's syndrome.
3. Large cell carcinomas are not prevalent in children with Down's syndrome.
4. Non-small cell carcinomas are rare in children with Down's syndrome.

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1. Assessment for menarche is an important consideration for school-age girls.
2. This need only be assessed and documented. No reporting is necessary.
3. Menarche is not menopause. Menopause will not be found in this age group.
4. Menarche is a girl's first menses and should be assessed and documented. Supportive care and education should be supplied to the patient and parents.



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