Down Syndrome Jeopardy

down syndrome fun facts

100

How common is down syndrome 

Very common

200

What age group does down syndrome occur in?

Babies/newborns

300

Down syndrome runs through ________

Families 

400

Down syndrome was found 

2,500 years ago 

500

down syndrome was named after _________.

John Langdon Down 

what is Down syndrome?

100

Down syndrome is a ___________________.

genetic disorder 

200

When you have down syndrome you have many different facial features than others some including=

Flatter face, almond shaped eyes, and short neck 

300

Down syndrome is also called _________

trisomy 21

400

What is trisomy 21?

Trisomy 21 is when you have an extra chromosome 21 attached to another chromosome 21.

500

What part of the body does Down syndrome generally affect?

The body and brain.

treatment for Down syndrome

100

Is there treatment for Down syndrome?

Yes 

200

Is treatment for people with Down syndrome always the same?

No, treatment is based on the physical and intellectual challenges of the person.

300

When someone has Down syndrome and is in school what type of treatment can the school offer?

Different classes, learning courses, and a different pace of doing things.

400

What are some of the treatment types?

Physical therapy, medical management, etc.