《Prader-Willi_Syndrome》內容預覽

Be able to describe Prader-Willi Syndrome

Be familiar with the health effects associated with Prader-Willi Syndrome

To gain an understanding of the nutrition care process for patients with Prader-Willi Syndrome throughout their lifespan

Be able to identify ethical issues involved with nutritional care methods used in managing Prader-Willi Syndrome

Background Information

Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a Endocrine Hypothalamic Disorder
It affects 1 in 10,000 to 25,000 persons born
There are approximately 400, 000 people living with PWS worldwide
PWS is a congenital chromosomal disorder affecting chromosome 15
There is no cure to the syndrome but it can be managed through strict diet restriction, behavior management, and exercise regimenting
Most common genetically identified cause of obesity

Characteristics of PWS

Compulsive Hyperphagia
Abnormally increased appetite
Polyphagia
Excessive eating
Short stature with small hands and feet
Mild retardation
Hypogonadism
production of sex hormones and germ cells (sperm and eggs) is below normal which means they are sexually sterile
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