A newborn assessment shows separated sagittal suture, oblique palpebral fissures, depressed nasal bridge, protruding tongue, and transverse palmar creases. These findings are most suggestive of
a. Microcephaly
b. Down syndrome
c. Cerebral palsy
d. Fragile X syndrome
B
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A The infant with microcephaly has a small head.
B These are characteristics associated with Down syndrome.
C Cerebral palsy is a diagnosis not usually made at birth. No characteristic physical
signs are present.
D The infant with fragile X syndrome has increased head circumference; long,
wide, and/or protruding ears; long, narrow face with prominent jaw; hypotonia;
and high arched palate.
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