Author Question: Down's syndrome children often have instability of the neck at the first and second cervical ... (Read 59 times)

tingc95 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Down's syndrome children often have instability of the neck at the first and second cervical vertebrae. As a nurse, you explain to the caregiver that he/she should look for signs and symptoms of spinal cord changes, such as:

1. Changes in reflexes.
2. Changes in bowel function.
3. All of the above.
4. None of the above.

Question 2

A teen is being influenced by a peer to smoke marijuana. This teen is in the ___________________ vs ___________________ stage of psychosocial development.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

sierramartinez · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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1. Signs and symptoms of spinal cord compression include changes in reflexes.
2. Signs and symptoms of spinal cord compression include changes in bowel and bladder function.
3. Signs and symptoms of spinal cord compression include changes in gait, reflexes, and bowel and bladder function.
4. One answer is correct. Signs and symptoms of spinal cord compression include changes in gait, reflexes, and bowel and bladder function.

Answer to Question 2

Identity, Role Confusion
Feedback: The teen is attempting to identify with his/her peers and follow the role that parents have previously set.