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Jramos095

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What characteristics are typical in a child diagnosed with Down syndrome? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Close-set eyes
  b. Simian creases
  c. Wide-spaced front teeth
  d. Protruding tongue
  e. Curved, small fingers

Question 2

The nurse is providing care to a child with Down syndrome. What body system has the highest risk of congenital anomaly in a child with Down syndrome?
 
  a. Reproductive system
  b. Genitourinary system
  c. Cardiovascular system
  d. Gastrointestinal system



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, D, E
Children with Down syndrome have close-set upturned eyes, simian creases in palms of hands, protruding tongues, and curved, small fingers. They also have a wide space between their first and second toe and a high incidence of heart defects.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Down syndrome children are prone to deformities of the cardiovascular system.




Jramos095

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Gracias!


marict

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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