The child with Down syndrome should be evaluated for which condition before participating in some sports?
a. Hyperflexibility
b. Cutis marmorata
c. Atlantoaxial instability
d. Speckling of iris (Brushfield spots)
C
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A Although hyperflexibility is characteristic of Down syndrome, it does not affect
the child's ability to participate in sports.
B Although cutis marmorata is characteristic of Down syndrome, it does not affect
the child's ability to participate in sports.
C Children with Down syndrome are at risk for atlantoaxial instability. Before
participating in sports that put stress on the head and neck, a radiologic
examination should be done.
D Although Brushfield spots are characteristic of Down syndrome, they do not
affect the child's ability to participate in sports.
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