Down's Syndrome PT 2
- Created by: Grace.2006
- Created on: 06-12-22 10:42
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- Down's Syndrome
- Age range
- A genetic condition caused by the presence of an extra chromosome 21
- Born with 47 instead of 46 (which is the usual amount)
- Shorten their life expectancy
- Due to higher respiratory illness and congenital heart abnormalities
- The average life expectancy for a person with Down's Syndrome is 60 years old instead of 81 years old (UK national average)
- In the 1950s people with down syndrome were only expected to live until 15
- Develops during pregnancy (often during conception)
- Pregnancy scans and tests can confirm whether the baby has Down's Syndrome
- A definite answer can be given at the 20 week scan
- Pregnancy scans and tests can confirm whether the baby has Down's Syndrome
- A genetic condition caused by the presence of an extra chromosome 21
- Treatments
- There is no treatment to cure or prevent the condition
- Treatment is aimed at monitoring the complications
- Most compilations are treatable
- Physical therapy
- Activities and exercises that build motor skills, increase muscle strength, and improve posture and balance
- Speech and language therapies
- Helps to improve communication skills and use language more efficiently
- Emotional and behavioural therapies
- Many individuals with Down's Syndrome become easily frustrated because of the struggles when communicating
- This could lead to compulsive behaviours and mental health issues
- Many individuals with Down's Syndrome become easily frustrated because of the struggles when communicating
- Health and social care staff involved in care
- Speech and language therapist
- To support them with any struggles whilst trying to communicate
- Physiotherapist
- For support with exercises and physical activity to help build muscle tone
- Optician and Audiologists
- For help with vision and hearing issues
- Occupational thearpist
- Who helps make adaptions to their home to help support their condition as they develop
- GP
- To monitor and prescribe any medication needed
- Paediatrician
- Who will have regular check ups during childhood and adolesence
- Social worker
- To support the individual to overcome social problems such as applying for benefits
- Speech and language therapist
- Age range
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