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

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These are characteristics associated with Down syndrome.An 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,or protruding ears; a long,narrow face with a prominent jaw; hypotonia; and a high-arched palate.

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