Down's Syndrome Therapy

“Discuss how one of the 6Cs is translated into practice in the MDT management of a patient with Down’s Syndrome”

Caring for a child with Down syndrome is difficult and it is up to the parents to be the ambassadors, medical experts, health coordinators and whatever else the child may need (Isgro, 2013.). How they get treated may due to how they are portrayed in media. However, these women learned that they can make online

Keri Donahue involves herself with many community and school activities while having a hardworking mindset and perseverance. Her hard work can be exemplified by her induction into National Honor Society and the determination she uses during volleyball. Dan Donahue, Keri’s father, inspires her the most and instills a hard working mentality in her because he tries his hardest to put his children first and persevere through hard times. Likewise, Keri experienced many hard times in her life thus far. When she encounters a difficult time, she likes to be alone so that she possesses the opportunity to just think. On the same note, one of the hardest times of her life came as a freshman in high school when she became friends with a group of people

The PEO model is an appropriate tool to use to diagnose a person with Down Syndrome (DS) and motor disabilities. The PEO model of practice has three main components which include the person (P), environment (E), and occupation (O), which will be used for the interventions in this case study. According to Rousseau, Potvin, Dutil, and Falta (2002), knowing the individual’s environment and how it interacts with the person is one of the essential key factors needed to provide effective treatment and intervention in occupational therapy. More specifically, the interaction between the person and the environment are major considerations to gain normal abilities because the nature of the DS is different compared to the other diagnosis. Down syndrome

Down Syndrome is the most common genetic form of mental retardation and occurs in about 1 out of every 800 births. It has distinctive characteristics that allow it to be easily distinguished from other forms of mental retardation (3). Factors such as maternal age, hormonal abnormalities, x-rays, viral infection, immunologic problems, and genetic predisposition can cause the improper

Down syndrome (DS) is a genetic disorder having a full or partial extra copy of chromosome number 21. It is a common to such an extent one in every 800 newborn babies in the United States have Down syndrome. Affected individuals experience a mild to moderate intellectual disability, cognitive delays and physical delays of motor development across the life span (“Down syndrome”, 2012). In particular, a weak muscle tone in infancy is the cause of physical delays in human development. Thus, muscle strengthening intervention is absolutely necessary to promote physical development in DS infants.

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There is no single, standard treatment for Down syndrome. Treatments are based on each person's personal needs, limitations, and strengths. A child with Down syndrome would likely receive care from a team of health professionals, which includes physicians, special educators, speech therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and social workers. “Early intervention” refers to a range of specialized programs and resources that professionals provide to children with Down syndrome as well as their families. A variety of therapies can be used in early intervention programs to promote the greatest possible development, independence, and productivity. Some of these therapies include physical therapy, speech-language therapy, occupational

First and foremost, the NDSS is resourceful. They offer a variety of groups and events to help those with Downs and their families. Every year, the National Down Syndrome Congress has a convention for people who are interested in staying active in the world of Down syndrome. For example, a few summers ago there was a session in Boston, and the number of people in attendance is astonishing.. “These popular sessions, facilitated by family members, are informal opportunities to meet your peers and share your joys, concerns and strategies with others” (General Convention). People are

When there is a heart defect currently in an infant with Down syndrome, the infant is referred to a “pediatric cardiologist” for medical attention or to a “pediatric cardiac surgeon for early surgical repair.” Some infants with Down Syndrome have difficulties with swallowing or they may have blockages in their bowels. Surgery can be performed to correct these problems. After they are corrected, they usually cause no further health issues. Children with Down syndrome may have “frequent colds and sinus and ear infections.” These are treated early and aggressively to prevent hearing loss and chronic infections. Low thyroid levels are more common in infants who have Down syndrome. It is recommended that “thyroid level testing” be performed at least yearly. Some infants with Down syndrome have eye problems such as cataracts (cloudy lenses) or crossed eyes (strabismus). Surgery can help with these problems. Sucking problems related to low muscle tone or heart problems may make breast feeding difficult to begin with. “Occupational therapists, speech therapists, breast feeding consultants and support groups usually have exact sources for the mothers of infants with Down syndrome.” Intelligence in individuals with Down syndrome ranges from low normal to very slow to learn. At birth it is not possible to tell the level of intelligence a baby with Down syndrome will have. All areas of development including “motor

The most recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Birth Defects Prevention Network updates national statistics regarding the prevalence of Down syndrome in the U.S. The study indicates that there are about 6,000 diagnoses of Down syndrome each year in the United States. One in every 691 babies is born with Down syndrome. This is an increase from the previously reported statistic of 1 in every 733. Based on the study, the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) cites this prevalence estimate on its website and other materials. (CDC

Achieving satisfactory oral health outcomes has long been a barrier for intellectually impaired patients with higher incidences of oral diseases (Al Habashneh, Al-Jundi, Khader, & Nofel, 2012). Sandra is a 12-year-old, down syndrome patient who presents to the AIH clinic for a dental examination. It is evident Sandra consumes high volumes of sugary foods and beverages. Additionally Sandra has poor homecare resulting in neglected oral health. To address Sandra's oral health it is important to provide a comprehensive treatment plan which respects her individual care needs. Doing so, involves extensive examinations, consideration of risk status and determination of appropriate treatment options.

Kids like to run, jump, play around, and individuals with down syndrome have a hard time developing the motor skills in order to do so. According to the National Down Syndrome Society, there is physical therapy that helps kids develop those motor skills at a young age. It helps develop the skills necessary to be able to run, jump, and play around, which can overall contribute to their overall quality of life. Children that started Therapy at a young age tend to show more improvements in terms of speech, mobility, flexibility, etc.

‘’Down syndrome is a type of mental retardation caused by extra genetic material in chromosome 21’’ (8), Down syndrome can cause a number of medical complications (6). Some of these complications are more serious than others, but most of them can be treated (6). Although Down Syndrome patients do not live for a long time, but their short life span is challenged with many critical problems. The life expectancy of people with Down syndrome increased dramatically between 1960 and 2007 and in 1960, on average, persons with Down syndrome lived to be about 10 years old; however, in 2007, on average, persons with Down syndrome lived to be about 47 years old (7). Furthermore, Down syndrome affects the patients life mentally, socially, and physically.

Capital punishment has been a constant heated debate throughout the world, let alone, America. This punishment, also known as the death penalty, is when a person who has been convicted by the court of law can be sentenced to death. Many may argue that Capital Punishment is inhumane, portrays social injustice and does not guarantee deterrence. With thirty two states that still use this form of punishment, passing an abolishment on the death penalty would be a wasteful time-consuming act when there are other social problems we should advert our attention towards, especially when bills and laws can take up to twenty years to pass through each level of government. A just society requires the death penalty for the taking of lives. The death penalty is a necessary punishment in the modern age due to increasing terrorism, serial killers, and heinous crimes that are being committed. It is not vengeful, just fair. Capital Punishment deters crime, provides closure and vindication, and prevents the power of re-offending using retribution. As a society we should