Introduction

Apert syndrome is the genetically determined occurrence of several large congenital abnormalities that build up the clinical picture. It is a disease that occurs rarely.

Aim of the study

Attempt to develop and present a comprehensive nursing care plan over a child with Apert syndrome, taking into account the patient’s bio-psycho-social spheres and his family.

Material and methods

An individual case study method was used in the work. Documentation analysis medical supervision, direct observation of the patient, an interview, and the necessary measurements were made vital signs were used to gather the information to research techniques.

Results

The most important health problems of a patient with Apert syndrome are life-threatening as a result of increased intracranial pressure, apnoea, retention secretions in the airways, tracheostomy tube in the trachea, and difficulties with food intake.

Conclusions

There is a risk that the child is excluded by their peers and society because of their different appearance.