Which manifestation would the nurse expect to find in a child with Down syndrome?
A) Downward slanting eyes with an epicanthal fold.
B) A prominent brow and nose
C) Wide, short hands and fingers
D) Increased muscle tone and lack of flexibility
C) Wide, short hands and fingers
Explanation: A) The physical manifestations of Down syndrome are decreased or poor muscle tone; short neck; flattened facial profile and nose; small head, ears, and mouth; upward slanting eyes, often with epicanthal fold; wide, short hands and fingers; single deep crease across the palm; and deep groove between first and second toes.
B) The physical manifestations of Down syndrome are decreased or poor muscle tone; short neck; flattened facial profile and nose; small head, ears, and mouth; upward slanting eyes, often with epicanthal fold; wide, short hands and fingers; single deep crease across the palm; and deep groove between first and second toes.
C) The physical manifestations of Down syndrome are decreased or poor muscle tone; short neck; flattened facial profile and nose; small head, ears, and mouth; upward slanting eyes, often with epicanthal fold; wide, short hands and fingers; single deep crease across the palm; and deep groove between first and second toes.
D) The physical manifestations of Down syndrome are decreased or poor muscle tone; short neck; flattened facial profile and nose; small head, ears, and mouth; upward slanting eyes, often with epicanthal fold; wide, short hands and fingers; single deep crease across the palm; and deep groove between first and second toes.
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