Problem
Dx: Spinal Muscular Atrophy type 1 (SMA-1) with chronic respiratory failure.
Patient: 8 years old
i. Describe this condition: cause, incidence, signs and symptoms, treatment, and prognosis.
ii. How does this research relate back to your patient's specific condition?
iii. Are the treatment plan, comorbidities, and symptoms similar or different
iv. Are there any serum lab parameters which must be monitored?