Down Syndrome Treatment Plan

As a nurse in a skilled nursing facility, oral hygiene care is very important, but the importance significantly increases when our patients are functionally dependent or cognitively impaired. These patients are unable to perform this task and depend on nurses to provide daily care. Nurses need to pay close attention for potential problems. They will need to perform assessments, develop oral care plans, and identify preventions and strategies to eliminate any potential problems. Poor oral health has been linked to serious systemic illnesses including diabetes mellitus, stroke, hypertension, myocardial infarction and aspiration pneumonia (Dyck et al., 2012). Patients who suffer from a lack of oral care can have a dramatic impact to their

The purpose of the case study is to outline the aetiology, pathology, progression and presentation of dental caries and periodontal disease. The patient chosen from the author has periodontal disease and is at high risk of caries.

The National Association for Down Syndrome is governed much like a traditional corporation, with a board of directors and staff members, although it is a nonprofit. "NADS is the oldest organization in the country serving individuals with Down syndrome and their families. It was founded in Chicago in 1961 by parents who chose to go against medical advice and raised their children with Down syndrome at home" (About NADS, 2012, NADS). From its inception, NADS was designed to provide support for parents of children with Down syndrome and their offspring. Its key stakeholders are parents and children, and it strives to educate the larger community about the disorder and to cultivate community resources to better enable parents to raise their children in a supportive and loving environment that caters to the children's special needs. Information-gathering and dissemination, support, and advocacy on a national and local level are all part of the organizations' mission.

“The impact of unmet oral health care needs is magnified by the well-established connection between oral health and overall health” (Fineberg, H. 2011, p. ix). Oral health status is linked with general health, as evidenced by the association between poor oral health and chronic diseases, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and respiratory disease. Poor oral hygiene can also lead to other health issues such as, oral facial pain and digestive problems. “The silent epidemic of oral diseases disproportionately affects disadvantaged communities,

Underserved and Low-income populations face high rates of untreated dental diseases due to low access to dental treatment. One of the main causes of this problem is lack of participating dentists or poor distribution of dentists due to transportation problems. Untreated oral diseases are often seen in low-income communities and underserved populations The most common oral diseases that manifest in underserved populations are periodontal diseases and dental caries

The plaque index was 38% which was generalized to the interproximal and margins of molars and interproximal of mandibular anteriors. Using a mirror, I attempted to motivate the patient by revealing ares she had been missing during brushing. I instructed the patient to brush two times a day for two minutes with a soft bristled brush and demonstrated how to use the modified bass method brushing technique. Patient asked my opinions of an electric toothbrush; I explained the technique and benefits of the electric toothbrush. I also showed the patient superfloss to help remove plaque on the mandibular anterior teeth.

Prognosis is another term used in the medical field that explains the outcome or course of a condition. Fortunately, the prognosis of Down syndrome has increasingly been better today than in past years. “The life expectancy for people with Down syndrome has increased substantially” (United Cerebral Palsy, n.d.). In 1929, the average lifespan was nine years old and today it is more common for them to live well beyond the age of 50 years old (United Cerebral Palsy, n.d.). “Many are able to hold jobs, live independently with support and their social functioning often exceeds intellectual functioning” (Gene Facts, n.d.). Because their social functioning is well above the other skills in their lives, many individuals with Down syndrome are form

Oral health is an important part of an overall health. Oral diseases ranging from cavities to cancer are all serious threats to an oral health. Research shows that there may be a link between oral disease and other health problems such as diabetes, heart disease and stroke as well as pre-term and low-birth-weight babies. If left untreated, it can cause more complications to the oral health. Periodontal disease, root caries and infections and other oral cancer can lead to severe pain, loss of teeth and serious health conditions. As a health care provider, it is significant to realizing the connection between oral diseases and systemic diseases so that we all can deliver our services to prevent and help treat disease while it is still manageable. Expanding the role of dental hygienists might reduce the most serious consequences of limited access to dentists, and dental hygienists are potentially well suited to play an important role in expanding affordable access (1). Collaborative practice of dental hygiene

Oral care is important to keep up with no matter if you are healthy, or have some sort of syndrome or disease. If oral care is not as important to you as food is, then you may be asking for infection because your mouth is a very dirty environment. It is a bacteria heaven. In this paper, I will address a few different topics. First, we will talk about oral care for patients with autism, then patients that have Down syndrome. Both of these

Down syndrome is a condition that affects the physical appearance and the ability to learn and growth mentally. Down syndrome results when many errors occur during cell division. It is the most common birth defect in the United States. This is a genetic disorder that affects 1 of every 800 infants. Maintaining oral health for people with mental disabilities requires skills and adaptation. In the following paper, the role of chlorhexidine in relationship to periodontal disease is examined. According to National institute of child health and human development people with Down syndrome have no unique health problems; however the oral problems that they tend to have are frequently severe. Periodontal disease is believed to be the most significant oral problem found in these individuals.t is hypothesized that mentally disable individuals can benefit from rinses like chlorhexidine to reduce the biofilm formation. The next few research studies attempt to prove this hypothesis.

Oral disease is a significant public health issue, with a U.S. Surgeon General’s report1 labeling it a silent epidemic due to its prevalence and missed prevention opportunities2. The life course framework is appropriate in considering oral health as a person’s oral health is shaped by biological, psychosocial, and environmental determinants3.A principle component of this framework is the identification of sensitive periods of increased risk, such as pregnancy, which represents one of the most critical periods3.

This study used direct instruction to teach three preschool age children with Down syndrome vegetable names. The three children were chosen for this study from university program for children with disabilities because they were able to maintain attention for a minimum of 10 minutes, follow basic instructions, name one work objects and had the skills needed to participate in small group instruction. All three students had been participating in group instruction for 2 years and could participate in group activities with help from an adult.

Terri Fava is a 46 yrs. Old woman, married with three kids. She is in good health, she has been diagnosis with high blood pressure and GERD. Terri high blood pressure is controlled by medication. Dental history is on good standards, but teeth are sensitive to hot and cold. Terri plaque score started at 75% and decrease to 25% during her visit with the clinic. What was noted during Terri’s appointment heavy tenacious calculus and root exposure. Her interdental papilla slightly inflamed. Terri has a habit of coffee drinking with creamer and sugar, along with having sweet tea and Pepsi. Her caries risk assessment indicated that Terri range from low to moderate. Terri is a good candidate for nutritional counseling because her oral mucosa has

This article was about characteristics, oral clinical findings, and dental management of three different developmental disabilities. This summary is going to focus on what the author stated about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Autism is a complex, lifelong disability affecting 1 in 150 people. Social interaction, language, behavior, and cognitive functions are all limited. While the exact cause of autism in unknown, it is highly believed that genetics may play a role along with neurological damage, chemical imbalance, and biochemical abnormalities may also be a cause. There is no medical test for autism, it is diagnosed by observation of behaviors; there is also no cure for autism.

The organization that I’m working, Bishop Grady Villas an assisted living facility for the disabled adult with Down syndrome. The agency has a risk management plan in placed due to working with a vulnerable population. FDLE requires that volunteers working with children, the elderly or the disabled need to have a proper criminal background screening before having any contact with the residents at the facility. Like your agency, a volunteer is always paired with a staff to reduce the risks and liability issues of working with children/disabled. Even though the organization is using a risk management plan, such as proper background screening, training, and supervision, it can benefit from some improvements, as you mentioned for NHK. Grossman,