The Child with Down Syndrome Should Be Evaluated for Which

question 9

Multiple Choice

The child with Down syndrome should be evaluated for which of the following before participating in some sports?

• A)Hyperflexibility
• B)Cutis marmorata
• C)Atlantoaxial instability
• D)Speckling of iris (Brushfield's spots)

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Definitions:

Mechanical Force

Physical influences or pressures that can change the motion or shape of an object or material, playing a crucial role in various physical and medical applications.

Hypovolemic Shock

A condition resulting from severe blood or fluid loss, making the heart unable to pump enough blood to the body.

Bradycardia

A condition characterized by a slower than normal heart rate, typically defined as fewer than 60 beats per minute in adults.

Hypertension

A chronic medical condition where the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated, often leading to significant health risks.