digital presentation of an assigned special needs case.

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
Height 4’2”
Weight 115lbs
Gender Female
Nationality Asian-American
Age 16
BP 120/60mmHg
Pulse 65bpm
Respiration 14rpm
Smoker No
Pregnant No