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NP5 Peds Test 3 SFC

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Changes in _______ are the earliest sign of neurological worsening or improvement   LOC  
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Slow, deep & irregular respirations occur after ______/______.   seizure/infection.  
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Slow and shallow respirations occur after _________ ingestion   opioid ingestion.  
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Deep and rapid respirations (kussemal's) occur with _________ _________.   metabolic acidosis  
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If Blood pressure variable of <HR, > BP, seen in child with cerebral dysfunction it is a _______ sign   late  
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Pupillary changes are often a _____ sign   late  
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Pinpoint pupils =   opioids  
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Fixed and dilated pupils > 5” indicates   brainstem dysfunction or hypothermia  
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Decorticate posture indicates   cerebral cortex dysfunction  
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Decerebrate posture indicates   midbrain dysfunction  
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Brudzinski sign   ask child to flex head. Pain or involuntary flexion of knees & hips is abnormal  
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Kernig sign   have child flex leg at hip & knee. Pain or resistance on extension is abnormal. Not as accurate on children  
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Brudzinski & Kernig sign test for   meningeal irritation  
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Meningitis   Acute infection and inflammation of the meninges  
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Meningitis categorized as   1. Aseptic aka viral requiring supportive care (no puss involved) 2. Bacterial, most serious  
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Bacterial Meningitis Etiology   0-3 mos. = GBS & E-coli Most common. Older infants Pneumococcal and Neisseria Meningitides(meningococcal).  
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Risk Factors for bacterial meningitis include   Neonatal infections:URI, OM, UTI. Head Trauma, Neurosurgery, Neoplastic diseases, Immunodeficiency,Sickle Cell Disease  
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Pathophysiology of bacterial meningitis   Infection and inflammatory changes = brain becoming covered with exudates that compromise circ blood flow & reabsorption of CSF. Ventricles enlarge & the brain becomes hyperemic & edematous. ICP increases leading to tissue damage, destruction & death  
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Clinical Manifestations of bacterial meningitis in Neonates   low grade temperature or sub-normal, pallor, lethargy,poor suck or feeding,vomiting, diarrhea, bulging font. > head circ.,seizures, opisthotonus (marked archery of back)  
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Clinical manifestations of Infants and younger children with bacterial meningitis   Fever, lethargy,irritability, pallor, high pitched cry, insists on being held, bulging fontanel, increased head circ (<2), seizures, nuchal rigidity positive Kernig and Brudzinski. Can lead to Sepsis, shock and death.  
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Clinical manifestations of bacterial meningitis for School Age and Adolescents   Fever, headache,nausea, vomiting, irritability,photophobia,diplopia, spinal and nuchal rigidity, positive Kernig and Brudzinski, confusion,seizures,petechiae (w/ neisseria meng.), sepsis >shock >DIC  
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How does bacterial meningitis usually spread?   vascular dissemination  
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Lumbar puncture results for bacterial meningitis includes   WBC’s- incr.Protein- incr. Glucose- decr. w/viral  
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Urine osmolarity increases with bacterial meningitis bc of increased presence of   ADH  
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Therapeutic Management for bacterial meningitis   Goal: Eradicate cause and prevent complications. 24 hour isolation. Immediately obtain labs and cultures. Secure IV at 2/3 maint. and start broad spectrum antibiotics STAT.  
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Preventative Measures for bacterial meningitis includes   H. influenza type b (Hib) vaccine, Pneumococcal vaccine (Prevnar),Meningococcal vaccine for dorm bound college students  
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A pt. with bacterial meningitis will be on what precautions?   Droplet & Seizure precautions  
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Complications of bacterial meningitis includes   Seizures,Hydrocephalus (d/t CSF flow being blocked by thickened meninges),Cranial nerve damage. Learning Disabilities includes perceptual deficits,cognitive impairment, behavioral changes.Motor dysfunction such as CP (cerebral palsy)  
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Etiology of SIADH in bacterial meningitis patient   Pressure on posterior pituitary gland cause abn Release of ADH. Decrease U.O d/t Na and H2O is reabsorbed  
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What happens to serum osmo in a pt with SIADH?   decreased (less concentrated)  
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What happens to urine osmo in a pt with SIADH?   increased (more concentrated)  
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Tx for SIADH in bacterial meningitis pt includes   ½ maintenance fluids ordered and underlying problem treated  
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DIC (Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation)is a Life threatening complication caused from   sepsis leads to the gram neg Neisseria releasing endotoxins that trigger massive changes in clotting system. Platelets are consumed along with the deposite of fibrin clots in microcirculation leading to both hemorrhaging & clotting simultaneously  
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Etiology of Encephalitis   an inflammatory process in the brain primarily r/t viral inf.  
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Encephalitis Symptoms can be   mild and similar to aseptic meningitis or life threatening as is the case with herpes encephalitis.  
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In severe cases of Encephalitis infection can lead to   cerebral edema, >ICP and herniation of brain.  
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Another infectious source of encephalitis is via   arthropod vectors including ticks and mosquitoes  
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Prevention of encephalitis includes   avoiding dawn and dusk outside activities and or wear appropriate attire, eliminate standing H2O and use DEET  
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Reye Syndrome Defined as   a toxic encephalopathy with fatty infiltration of the liver which typically follows an acute viral illness like influenza B, varicella, or acute gastroenteritis.  
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Reye Syndrome is linked to what use of medication in children?   ASA  
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Is Reye syndrome contaious?   Not contagious  
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Diagnosis of Reye Syndrome is determined by   1. History of previousillness 2. Labs: Increased NH3 (ammonia, Liver enzymes,PTT, PT 3. Clinical presentation Prognosis  
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Management of Reye Syndrome includes   ICU w/ ICP monitoring, Airway Management,Medications to reduce ICP (drug induced coma),HOB ^ 15-30 degrees, midline,air mattress. Strict I&O, watch VS, espec temp. QUIET…environment with min stim, Seizure control  
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Goal with Reye Syndrome includes   maintain stable ICP  
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“Spina Bifida” is defined as   Embryonic developmental failure of the spinal cord’s protective sheath of bone and meninges to close anywhere along the neural tract  
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Causes of spina bifida are multi-factorial and include   folic acid deficiency, post maternal infections and genetics  
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Spina Bifida Myelomeningocele is classified as the   Hernial protrusion of a sac containing meninges, CSF and part of spinal cord and associated nerves  
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80% of spina bifida occur in the   LS area primarily because that is the last part to close, but can occur anywhere  
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Neurological Dysfunction of spina bifida is Related to   level of defect for example L-2 and above = wheelchair verses at sacrum = ankle bracing  
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________ is common with spina bifida   Hydrocephalus 75% require shunt  
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Spina Bifida Occulta is defined as   Failure of the spinous processes to join in the lumbosacral area (L5-S1), meninges and neural tissue are not exposed at skin surface  
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Spina Bifida Meningocele is defined as   Saclike cyst of meninges and CSF protrude through unfused vertebral arches without spinal cord involvement.  
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Management of Spina Bifida Myelomeningocele Pre-operatively   NPO,(surgery in first 12-18 hrs), Prevent infection by protecting fragile sac  
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Primary Complications of Spina Bifida Myelomeningocele includes   Meningitis, Hydrocephalus, Neurogenic Bladder (UTI),Musculoskeletal Problems (scoliosis),Latex Allergy Precautions!  
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Hydrocephalus is Defined as   excessive accumulation of CSF in the brain resulting in dilatation of ventricles and increased ICP  
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Hydrocephalus is Diagnosed by   CT or MRI  
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Symptoms of Hydrocephalus in Early infancy include   enlarged skull, widening sutures, thin bones, dilated veins, bulging fontanels, irritability  
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Symptoms of Hydrocephalus in Late infancy include   irritability, feeding difficulty,frontal bossing and setting sun sign  
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Symptoms of Hydrocephalus in Childhood are   related to increased ICP  
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Ventricular-peritoneal Shunt is used to   Provide drainage of excess CSF to the peritoneal cavity  
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Complications of VP shunt include   infections, mechanical problems like kinking, separating or becoming obstructed and becoming displaced d/t child’s growth  
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Seizure is defined as a   “Short circuit” in brain wave activity caused by excessive and disorderly discharge of electrical impulses by neuronal tissue  
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Convulsion is defined as an   Involuntary muscular contraction and relaxation  
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Epilepsy is defined as a   Chronic disorder characterized by repeated and non-provoked seizures requiring treatment  
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Etiology of seizure d/o includes   Idiopathic: “unknown” genetics plays a part. Acquired: Perinatal brain injury, Trauma, Tumors, Infections, & other  
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Developmental Connection with seizure disorders in NB   anoxia, hemorrhage, congenital anomaly  
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Developmental Connection with seizure disorders in Late infancy and early childhood   CNS infections, fever, and trauma  
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Developmental connection with seizures and 3 yrs. – adolescence   idiopathic  
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Pathophysiology of seizure disorders is described as   Neuro cells are stimulated by stress, fatigue, F&E imbal etc. to discharge electrical impulses from a focal point in brain(epileptogenic focus)Stimulated cells may remain localized to a part of the cortex or become generalized.  
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Partial Seizures Present with   an aura and originate in frontal,temporal or parietal lobes. EEG changes are unilateral and present with spikes  
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Simple partial (focal)seizure is defined as   No loss of consciousness, localized motor symptoms, eyes/head deviate from side of focus,  
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Partial complex seizure is defined as   Aura, appears dazed, unable to respond,automatisms like lip smacking, picking at clothes, harder to diagnose and treat  
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Generalized Seizures “Grand Mal” Symptoms are often abrupt, without warning,with immediate loss of consciousness and classic movements   Tonic: eyes back, arms flex, body extends and possibly apnea. Clonic: violent jerking, foaming @ mouth,incontinence  
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Generalized seizures "Grand Mal" May follow   a partial seizure that spreads giving some “warning”  
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If generalized seizure "grand mal" lasts longer than   29 minutes = Status Epilepticus, a medical emergency  
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Generalized Seizures can present as Absence Seizures “petit mal” which is defined as an   abrupt arrest of activity with brief loss of consciousness for 5-10 seconds, slight loss of muscle tone with mild motor movement  
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Regardless of what type of generalized seizure, there is a   post-ictal period when pt is semiconscious, confused, sore and may have delayed gag  
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One of the most common neurological disturbances of childhood is _______ ______   Febrile Seizures  
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Highest incidence of febrile seizures is   6 mos-3yrs and are self limiting  
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Rapid temperature increases a factor for   febrile seizures  
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Febrile seizures Treatment when needed is   **Valium or Ativan  
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Management for a Generalized Seizure includes   Maintain Seizure Precautions, Protect patient, Describe seizure, noting time started  
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Management of Status Epilepticus includes   Protect airway, suction, ambu and O2 IV access or rectal valium ATIVAN is preferred over phenobarb and Dilantin  
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When to Notify EMS about seizure activity   1ST Seizure or if unknown, Evidence of ingestion, Diabetic, Pregnant, Lasts > 5 minutes, Cannot arouse, Occurs in water  
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Anti Epileptic Drugs “AED’s” Common se with all is   motor and cognitive slowing  
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Anti Epileptic Older drugs more likely metabolized by   liver i.e., Carbamazipine, Dilantin, and Valproic Acid  
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Anti Epileptic Newer drugs generally excreted   by kidneys i.e., gabapentin (Neurontin), lamotrigine (Lamictal),topiramate (Topomax), and levetiracetam (Keppra)  
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Cerebral Palsy is defined as   A non-progressive motor function disorder characterized by impaired movement and posture.  
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Cerebral Palsy Etiology   Pre-natal – 44% - majority of cases not r/t problems in the delivery room! L&D – 19% Perinatal – 8% Childhood – 5% Not obvious – 24%  
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Cerebral Palsy Pathophysiology   Variable, caused by abnormal CNS development or r/t injuries occurring in the prenatal, perinatal or post natal period leading to motor dysfunction.  
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Pre-maturity is assoc with what type of cerebral palsy?   > spastic type  
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Kernicterus is assoc with what type of cerebral palsy?   > dyskinetic type  
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Spastic cerebral palsy   Affects fine & gross motor movement. Uni or bilateral, hypertonic,hyper reflexive, poor control of posture and balance, scissor gait  
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Dyskinetic/athetoid cerebral palsy   Normal movements thwarted by involuntary jerking, writhing worm like movements of extremities, trunk, neck facial muscles and tongue, more cognitive impairment  
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Ataxic cerebral palsy   wide unsteady gait, rapid repetitive movements performed poorly  
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Mixed cerebral palsy consists of   spastic and dyskinetic (affects fine & gross motor mvmt. uni or bilateral,hypertonic,hyper reflexive,poor control or posture & balance,scissor gait,in addition to normal mvmts thwarted by involuntary mvmts of extremities,trunk,neck,facial muscles & tongue  
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Physiological and Developmental Variables of cerebral palsy   Delayed motor function universal sign,Abnormal motor performance,Alteration in muscle tone,Abn posture at rest,Reflexes persist beyond expected time,Intellectual impairment, Seizure d/o,Sensory impairment,Ortho problems,FTT,ADD/ADHD  
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Simple Screening Tool for cerebral palsy in infants over 6 months   placelight blanket over face normally pulls blanket off with both hands. If baby only uses one hand, may want to further assess  
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Diagnostic Evaluation for cerebral palsy includes   H&P,EEG,CT, MRI  
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Therapeutic Goals for cerebral palsy includes   Est. locomotion, communication, self care. Enhanced appearance and motor function. Repair defects. Provide appropriate educational/social outlets.  
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Conservative therapy for cerebral palsy includes   mobilizing devices such as braces, orthotics, wheelchairs and/or scooters.Medications to reduce spasticity:Baclofen (pump),Dantrium, Botox.Anticonvulsants. ADD/ADHD meds: Dexadrine  
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Invasive Approaches for cerebral palsy includes   Osteotomy: slice of bone removed to change alignment and shift weight bearing in pts. with deformity and pain.Tendon heel cord lengthening with casting (noted for painful post-op course).Dorsal Rhizotomy:if center is available  
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AAMR defines retardation as   Significant sub-average general intellectual functioning existing concurrently with deficits in adaptive behavior and manifested during the developmental period  
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Adaptive behavior is   the degree with which the child is able to meet standards of personal independence and social responsibility  
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Handicap is   A condition or barrier imposed by society, the environment or self.  
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Disability is   Functional limitation that interferes with abilities to fx. i.e… walk, talk learn  
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Cognitive impairment Etiology   Most common cause of mild retardation is familial, social and environmental deprivation.More severe forms often r/t genetics,pre-natal toxin exposure, infection,trauma, hypothyroidism or metabolic disorders  
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Down Syndrome is Most common syndrome r/t   chromosomal abnormality with variable causes.  
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Downs syndrome is caused by   extra chromosome on 21ST pair, hence Trisomy 21. Risk for increases with age in both parents.  
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Clinical Findings of Down syndrome   Facial features include microcephaly,hypoplastic mandible so mouth breather, epicanthal eye folds, small nose and dental problems. Musculoskeletal features include hypotonia, hyperflexion, and atlantoaxial instability. short & thick fingers & toes  
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Pt with Down syndrome have an Increased Risk for Various Disorders such as   Congenital heart disease, Hypothyroidism, ltered Immune System (URI’s),Leukemia, Hirshsprungs  
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Downs syndrome Diagnosis   Clinical manifestations may make diagnosis straightforward (unless mosaic),Chromosomal analysis essential toidentify specific defect. Prenatal diagnosis: low maternal serum AFP, chorionic villous sampling and amniocentesis, esp. in high risk cases  
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Prognosis of down syndrome   Generally shortened life span, Depends upon associated problems  
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