Many of the Physical Characteristics of Down Syndrome Present Nursing

question 3

Multiple Choice

Many of the physical characteristics of Down syndrome present nursing problems. Care of the child should include which intervention?

• A) Delay feeding solid foods until the tongue thrust has stopped.
• B) Modify diet as necessary to minimize the diarrhea that often occurs.
• C) Provide calories appropriate to child's age.
• D) Use a cool-mist vaporizer to keep mucous membranes moist.

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