Development Flashcards
1
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Define developmental delay
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Failure to attain appropriate development milestones for a child’s corrected chronological age
2
Q
Example of global delays
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Down’s syndrome
3
Q
Example of specific delay
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Duchenne’s muscular dystrophy
4
Q
Example of deviation
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Autism spectrum disorder
5
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Example of regression
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Rett’s syndrome
6
Q
Name the genetic defect in in Down’s syndrome and some characteristics
A
Trisomy 21 Heart problems (VSD), large tongue, weight gain, thyroid problems, learning difficulties, almond shaped eyes, short fingers, increased cancer risks, brush field spots, wide brimmed nose, single palmar crease, receding hair line
7
Q
Describe Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
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X-linked genetic condition causing muscle + pelvic girdle weakness, requires the Gower’s manoeuvre
8
Q
Explain cerebral palsy
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Non-progressive brain insult that occurs before, during or after birth resulting in brain damage
9
Q
Describe the autism triad
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Communication, social interaction, flexibility of thought/imagination
