Episode 2 - Challenges in assessing children with Down syndrome

Discussion with Dr. Elizabeth Herrieven about the assessment in acute settings of children with Down syndrome or learning difficulties.

 

A podcast for you: the paediatric commuter. We are joining you on your daily journey from home to work and we discuss interesting topics with guests from different specialities. Have a safe commute!

 

The infographic: https://www.lindadykes.org/downloads and here https://www.peminfographics.com/infographics/triaging-and-treating-kids-with-down-s-syndrome

Excellent symbols and info sheets: https://widgit-health.com/downloads/index.htm

Social stories: https://www.autism.org.uk/about/strategies/social-stories-comic-strips.aspx#

Down’s syndrome Association- For professionals : https://www.downs-syndrome.org.uk/for-professionals/health-medical/

A picture of health: http://www.apictureofhealth.southwest.nhs.uk/easy-read-tools/photosymbols/

Down syndrome Medical Interest Group: https://www.dsmig.org.uk/information-resources/by-topic

 

Host: Dr. Alexandra Pelivan

Guest: Dr. Elizabeth Herrieven (https://www.rcemlearning.co.uk/foamed/syndrome-emergency-physicians/)

Music: Komiku - Mushrooms

 

This Podcast expresses the views of the host and guests. Medicine is a constantly changing science and art. One doctor may have a different way of doing things from another. Please double check your local and national guidelines before treating any patients with this condition. The Podcast is not sponsored by any drug or device companies.