A newborn assessment shows separated sagittal suture,oblique palpebral fissures,depressed nasal bridge,protruding tongue,and transverse palmar creases.These findings are most suggestive of:
A)Microcephaly.
B)Down syndrome.
C)Cerebral palsy.
D)Fragile X syndrome.

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These are characteristics associated with Down syndrome.The infant with microcephaly has a small head.Cerebral palsy is a diagnosis not usually made at birth.No characteristic physical signs are present.The infant with fragile X syndrome has increased head circumference; long,wide,and/or protruding ears; long,narrow face with prominent jaw; hypotonia; and high,arched palate.

A Newborn Assessment Shows Separated Sagittal Suture,oblique Palpebral Fissures,depressed Nasal