Assignment: PART1: CREATE a concept map for the pathophysiology of Down syndrome. This map should answer: a) How does the genetic defect that results in Down syndrome affect other body systems? b) What are the developmental concerns associated with Down syndrome? CREATE a SUMMARY to explain your concept map of between 250-400 words. DESCRIBE how these concepts are related. PART 2: IDENTIFY concerns related to his environment and make recommendations for services. CREATE a SUMMARY of between 300-500 words, that notes the concerns for the environment and what your recommendations for services are for a child with Down syndrome who has been or is at risk of maltreatment. Be specific and name the resources available in your area including websites, associations, support groups that will help to support these children. How will this support prevent future abuse? NOTE: This patient had multisysytem involvement and developmental considerations. This assignment is designed as an analysis of his case. *The patient is a two-year-old boy with Down syndrome abused by his mother’s boyfriend. He’s been hitting him, and he was admitted to the ICU because his mother and her boyfriend neglected him. His x-ray revealed multiple rib fractures with different stages of healing, and he was dehydrated and lethargic.
