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Down Syndrome, Cleft Palate Patient name: Julie Phan Medical history: Julie was born with Down Syndrome. Her IQ is 62. She was born with a cleft palate which was surgically corrected as a toddler and only slightly apparent with minor residual scarring. Her speech is still impaired due to the defect and association with Down syndrome. As is common in patients with Down syndrome, Julie has been diagnosed with Hypothyroidism within the last year. She resides with her mother and father who enjoy an upper-middle-class lifestyle. Julie has had access to a speech therapist, psychologist, and regular medical doctor, and attends a private school for children with special needs. She is an only child.
Medications: Patient takes OTC pain relief (Ibuprofen) as needed and Synthroid daily for Hypothyroidism Vital Statistics Height4’2” Weight115lbs GenderFemale NationalityAsian-American Age16 BP120/60mmHg Pulse65bpm Respiration14rpm SmokerNo PregnantNo