foetal alcohol syndrome Flashcards
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what does FASD stand for?
A
Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
2
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what is FASD?
A
It is and umbrella term describing the effects of alcohol on a baby.
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What are the effects of FASD ?
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These effects may include physical, mental, behaviour and learning disabilities, with possible lifelong implications.
4
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Symptoms of FASD
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small head, shorter nose, thin upper lip, underdeveloped jaw, small eye opening, flat upper part of the nose and folds of skin between the eyes and nose
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Long term effects of FASD
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movement and co-ordination problems, known as cerebral palsy + learning difficulties+ problems with liver, kidney, heart and other organs.
