Down syndrome: Knowledge, perception and attitude of the nursing staffs working at the primary health care centers of Al Ahsa district of Saudi Arabia
Abdulelah Al shaikh,
Tayseer Fathielalim Abdelhalim Ayed,
Ibrahim Al Sultan
et al.
Abstract:Introduction: Down syndrome (DS), an autosomal abnormality, is considered the most common and best known chromosomal disorder affecting all countries, all races, and both sexes. DS is a leading cause of specific birth defect and the most commonly identified genetic form of mental retardation. An early structured multidisciplinary family-based care in the neuropsychological development for children with disabilities associated with DS is the need of the hour. In this multidisciplinary effort the role of para me… Show more
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