Global Developmental Delay and Communication Disorders Quiz
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What is the main characteristic of Huntington's disease?

  • Decreased metabolism of phenylalanine
  • Progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain (correct)
  • Increased metabolism of amino acids
  • Destruction of red blood cells

    • Which genetic disorder results in the destruction of nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord?

  • Huntington's disease
  • Sickle cell anemia
  • Phenylketonuria
  • Tay-Sachs disease (correct)

    • What is the impact of untreated phenylketonuria (PKU)?

  • Progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain
  • Destruction of red blood cells
  • Increased metabolism of amino acids
  • Intellectual disability, seizures, behavioral problems, and mental disorders (correct)

    • Which disorder affects the shape of red blood cells and affects oxygen transport?

    <p>Sickle cell anemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which phase is Tay-Sachs disease most likely to manifest its symptoms?

    <p>Fetal period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of development is characterized by a bright red fovea and surrounding discolored area?

    <p>Embryonic phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Intellectual Developmental Disorder primarily affect?

    <p>Capacity to learn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which newborn screening act was passed in 2004?

    <p>Newborn Hearing Loss Screening Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

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