ABSTRACT
Contents Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 680 Review of Genetics ...................................................................................................................681 Life Expectancy ....................................................................................................................... 682
Natural History .................................................................................................................. 683 Potential ’erapies or Interventions .................................................................................... 684 Degree of Neuromotor Impairment .................................................................................... 685 Major Organ Impairment ................................................................................................... 685
Dual Diagnoses .............................................................................................................. 686 DNA-Specic Information ............................................................................................. 687 Co-Morbid Medical Conditions ..................................................................................... 687
Trisomy 21 as an Example of Life Care Planning Issues in Genetic Conditions ....................... 688 Rehabilitation Services ............................................................................................................ 689 Durable Medical Equipment ................................................................................................... 689 Alternative ’erapies ............................................................................................................... 689
“Alternative ’erapies” Commonly Included in a Life Care Plan ........................................ 690 Music ’erapy ............................................................................................................... 690 Magnets ......................................................................................................................... 690 Play ’erapy .................................................................................................................. 690 Herbal Medications ........................................................................................................ 690 Equestrian ’erapy ........................................................................................................ 690 Massage ’erapy .............................................................................................................691
