Down Syndrome: Motor Skills and Functional Limitations
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a common impairment in individuals with Down syndrome?

  • Impaired strength
  • Abnormal muscle tone
  • Visual impairment (correct)
  • Limited range of motion
  • According to the passage, what is a potential negative impact of cognitive impairment in individuals with Down syndrome?

  • Frequent middle ear infections
  • Delayed acquisition of motor skills (correct)
  • Reduced aerobic capacity
  • Increased risk of cardiovascular pathology
  • Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?

  • Individuals with Down syndrome do not require physical therapy services after reaching adulthood.
  • Physical therapy services are only necessary during childhood for individuals with Down syndrome.
  • The functional demands for individuals with Down syndrome remain constant throughout their life.
  • Physical therapy services may be required across the life span for individuals with Down syndrome. (correct)
  • According to the case study, at what age did Carrie, the individual with Down syndrome, begin receiving physical therapy services?

    <p>4 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential factor contributing to functional limitations in individuals with Down syndrome?

    <p>Gastrointestinal issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age was Carrie able to walk independently?

    <p>20 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What intervention was not provided to Carrie for walking, despite being evidenced-based?

    <p>Treadmill training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What legislation guided the provision of physical therapy services to Carrie at ages 3 and 16?

    <p>Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What signs made doctors suspect a diagnosis of Down syndrome in Carrie at birth?

    <p>Slanted eyes, poor sucking reflex, and hypotonia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the initial reaction of Carrie's parents upon her diagnosis of Down syndrome?

    <p>Love, fear, and uncertainty</p> Signup and view all the answers

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