A Single Transverse Crease Seen on the Palm of a Small

question 13

Multiple Choice

A single transverse crease seen on the palm of a small child may imply

• A)Down syndrome.
• B)Turner syndrome.
• C)systemic sclerosis.
• D)profound dehydration.
• E)neurofibromatosis.

Identify patient readiness and factors affecting learning.

Understand the goals and purposes of patient education in healthcare.

Implement appropriate steps and techniques for effective patient teaching.

Recognize the importance of evaluating learning outcomes.

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Definitions:

Endochondral Ossification

A biological process by which bone tissue is formed from cartilage, notably in the formation and growth of long bones.

Foramen

A natural opening or passage, especially in a bone, allowing for the passage of nerves or vessels.

Openings

Natural or surgically created gaps or spaces in the body that allow access to internal structures or facilitate the passage of fluids.

Appendicular Skeleton

Part of the skeleton that includes the bones of the upper and lower limbs, as well as the girdles (shoulder bones and pelvic bones) that attach them to the axial skeleton.