Table Of Contents
Title Page
How to Take this Course
Target Audience
Objectives
Introduction
Overview of Down Syndrome
Health Risks
		Alzheimer's Disease
		Auditory & Visual Impairments
		Orthopedic Abnormalities
		Acquired Valvular Heart Disease
		Respiratory Infections
		Epilepsy
		Type 1 Diabetes
		Thyroid Disease
		Psychiatric & Behavioral
		Other Risks
Nursing Implications
Health Care Guidelines
Life Expectancy
Weight Management
Healthy Diet
Premature Aging
Community Integration
Litmus Test for Measuring Quality of Life
Asset Management Model for Housing and Services
Living Arrangements
Education
Employment
Intimacy & Sexuality
Disclosure & Disclaimer
Exam and Evaluation
About the author
References