Brachial Plexus Injury Lecture Notes

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What is the definition of birth injuries as stated in the text?

Injuries to the infant that result from mechanical forces and anoxic forces during the birth process (correct)

Impairment of the infant’s body function or structure due to influences before birth

Injuries to the infant that result from infections after birth

Injuries to the mother during the birth process

What percentage of births result in birth injuries according to the text?

7% (correct)

5%

1%

3%

What percentage of neonatal deaths are accounted for by birth injuries as per the text?

Less than 1%

Approximately 10%

Approximately 5%

Less than 2% (correct)

What can be a sign of intraventricular (IVH) haemorrhages in premature babies?

Bulging fontanelle Signup and view all the answers

In subarachnoid haemorrhages (SAH), what change can occur in the spinal fluid during lumbar puncture?

It becomes xanthochromic Signup and view all the answers

What is a common sign of extradural (epidural) haemorrhages associated with fractured skull bone?

Bruising behind the ears Signup and view all the answers

What is a common neurological sign of subdural haemorrhages due to brain compression?

Seizures Signup and view all the answers

What is the usual type of fractures that occur in breech delivery?

Greenstick fractures Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical duration for which Desault's bandage should be used for fractures?

7-10 days Signup and view all the answers

What is the usual treatment for fractures of the long bones when bones are displaced?

Closed reduction and casting Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of neonatal resuscitation?

Initiation of normal respiration at birth Signup and view all the answers

What clinical finding is indicative of Klumpke paralysis?

Weakness of the intrinsic muscles of the hand Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following clinical features is NOT associated with Erb palsy?

Arm flexed at the elbow Signup and view all the answers

Which clinical feature is characteristic of total plexus palsy (Kerer’s paralyses)?

Adynamy Signup and view all the answers

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