Down Syndrome

question 126

Multiple Choice

Down syndrome:

• A) is a congenital disorder that causes mild to moderate intellectual disabilities.
• B) affects males more than females.
• C) occurs when an individual gets an extra copy of chromosome 23.
• D) results in a life expectancy of about 18 years.

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Definitions:

Ventrogluteal

A site on the body used for intramuscular injections, located on the gluteus medius muscle of the hip.

Vastus Lateralis

A muscle located on the side of the thigh, part of the quadriceps group, important for leg extension.

Infants

Young children from birth to 1 year of age.

Young Children

Individuals in the early stages of life, typically defined as those from birth to elementary school age, requiring specific care and nurturing.