What's Down syndrome
What is chromosome 21
Having an extra copy of this chromsome
What's the most common down syndrome
Trisomy 21
What eye shape is commonly seen in Down syndrome?
Almond- shaped eyes
What is a cell-free fetal DNA test?
A blood test that looks for the baby's DNA in the mother blood for an extra chromosome
What does levothyroxine alleviate?
Low energy, Slow growth, Poor weight gain
How common is down syndrome?
1 out of every 700 birth
Embryo has a mix of normal and trisomy cells
What is hypotonia
Low muscle tone
What is karyotype test?
A postnatal test that confirms the presence of an extra chromosome.
Nurses should monitor what two common infections?
Respiratory and ear infections
What are certain health conditions?
Development delays, Physical characteristis
What is Translocation Down syndrome?
Chromosome 21 breaks off and attaches to another chromosome
What is a single palmar crease?
A line that may appear across the palm
What is an echocardiogram?
A heart ultrasound used to check for congenital heart defects
What are the GI medication used for?
Reflux & Constipation helping with stomach acid
What social development can occur?
Delays in speech, Motor skills
What is trisomy 21?
A type of Down syndrome where every cell has a full extra copy of chromosome 21
What the appearance of the neck?
Short necks and sometimes with extra skin or folds at the back
What are thyroid function tests?
Blood tests that check how well the thyroid is working
What is occupational Therapy (OT)?
Therapy that helps improve fine motor skills and daily living abilities