Cerebral Palsy Quiz

What is the primary characteristic of Cerebral Palsy (CP)?

• A progressive disturbance of movement

• A group of permanent disorders of movement and posture

• A group of temporary disorders

• A condition that only affect child

Which of the following is a prenatal risk factor for Cerebral Palsy?

• Multiple birth

• Severe jaundice

• Maternal health factors

• Low birth weight

What type of Cerebral Palsy is characterized by poor coordination?

• Spasticity

• Ataxia

• Dyskinesia

• Mixed

Which medical intervention is used to reduce muscle tone in individuals with CP?

• Gablofen

• Botulism neurotoxic

• Baclofen

• Passive Range of Motion

What is the prognosis for children with mild Cerebral Palsy?

• 50% chance of living to 20 years old

• 80% chance of living to 20 years old

• 40% chance of living to 20 years old

• 99% chance of living to 20 years old

Identify a postnatal risk factor for Cerebral Palsy.

• Genetic disorders

• Infections

• Maternal health factors

• Teratogenic agents

What is the main cause of periventricular leukomalacia?

• Bleeding in the brain

• Tiny holes in the white matter

• Severe jaundice

• Asphyxia

How does early intervention affect the prognosis of a child with CP?

• It has no effect

• It can worsen the condition

• It is key to improving prognosis

• It only helps in severe cases

Which of the following is NOT a type of Cerebral Palsy?

• Ataxic

• Dyskinetic

• Spastic

• Hemiplegia

What is the topography of patient who is left/right side paralzyzed?

• Tetraplegia

• Paraplegia

• Quadriplegia

• Hemiplegia