Question 8 1 pts Although many chromosome abnormalities occur due to abnormal ce

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Question 8 1 pts Although many chromosome abnormalities occur due to abnormal cell division In the sperm or egg. they can also occasionally be Inherited. The genetic basis for this baby's anomalles can usually be determined by O analyzing the chromosomes in the mother's cells O analyzing the chromosomes in the fathers cells O analyzing the chromosomes in the baby's cells O quantifying the number and severity of the baby's physical abnormalities DI Question 9 0.5 pts During the frst 36 hours after birth, nurses in the neonatal untr caretul watch the baby for irntability and abdominal distension. They note that she has passed no stool since birth. Which of the following has to be considered? O Since the anus is patent per physician exam, the nurses will not be concerned about gastrointestinal blockage O Down syndrome bables occasionally have a serious gastrointestinal blockage that requires surgery The baby may be showing signs of a gastrointestinal allergy to her mothers breast milk This is a common manifestation among most newborns and should not cause concern.

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Ans 8) Analyzing the chromosome in the baby’s cells.

The genetic basis and the occurrence of any sort of anomalies in the baby can be determined only when the genetic composition of the baby is checked. It is important to find the defect in the genetic terms of the baby by finding out any sort of chromosome defect in the cell’s of the baby.

Ans 9) Down syndrome babies occasionally have a serious gastrointestinal blockage that requires surgery

It is observed that if a new born baby with Down Syndrome have severe vomiting problems or passes stool since birth, it is most likely that they have a blockage in their duodenum. This can be rectified by use of surgery. If it is left untreated, the baby is not able to metabolize food leading to problems like abdomen pain, poor weight gain, constipation and vomiting.

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