Which statement best describes endurance demands during activities for children with Down syndrome?

• A. They fatigue only during intense exercise
• B. They never tire
• C. They require frequent rests
• D. They require no rest

Answer: (C)

Endurance during activities in children with Down syndrome is limited by factors like hypotonia, less efficient movement, and potential cardiopulmonary differences, which lead to quicker fatigue with activity. Because of this higher energy cost of movement, these children typically need frequent rest breaks to complete tasks safely and effectively. In practice, plan activities in short bouts with rest intervals and gradually increase duration as tolerance improves. The other statements don’t fit because fatigue isn’t limited to only intense exercise, and they don’t never tire or require no rest.