Question

The child affected with Down's syndrome has

• A. Flattened nasal bridge, open mouth with protruding tongue
• B. Small forehead, bulging eyes and raised nasal bridge
• C. Habitually open mouth with long protruding tongue, bulging eyes and small forehead
• D. Large forehead, raised nasal bridge and long included tongue

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Flattened nasal bridge, open mouth with protruding tongue

People with Down syndrome commonly have flattened facial features, which may include a low nasal bridge. Children with Down syndrome also have more forward tongue position than normal children.

So, the correct answer is 'Flattened nasal bridge, open mouth with protruding tongue'.