Cerebral Palsy in Pediatric Patients
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What percentage of individuals with Cerebral Palsy have impaired cognition?

  • 23-44% (correct)
  • 70-80%
  • 10-20%
  • 45-60%

What is the primary type of neuron affected in Cerebral Palsy?

  • Lower Motor Neuron
  • Sensory Neuron
  • Cerebellar Neuron
  • Upper Motor Neuron (correct)

What is the approximate prevalence of Cerebral Palsy per 1000 live births?

  • 2-2.5 per 1000 (correct)
  • 1-2 per 1000
  • 5-6 per 1000
  • 10-12 per 1000

What is a significant risk factor for the development of Cerebral Palsy?

<p>Prematurity and Low Birth Weight (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During what period of fetal development do most brain lesions occur in Cerebral Palsy?

<p>Second half of gestation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common comorbidity with Cerebral Palsy?

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Flashcards

Cerebral Palsy Cognitive Impairment

A range of 23-44% of individuals with Cerebral Palsy experience impaired cognition.

Cerebral Palsy Neuron Type

Cerebral Palsy primarily affects upper motor neurons.

Cerebral Palsy Prevalence

Cerebral Palsy affects approximately 2-2.5 individuals per 1000 live births.

Cerebral Palsy Risk Factor-1

Prematurity and low birth weight are significant risk factors for Cerebral Palsy.

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Cerebral Palsy Brain Lesion Timing

The majority of brain lesions related to Cerebral Palsy occur during the second half of fetal development.

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Cerebral Palsy Common Comorbidity

Epilepsy is a common comorbidity associated with Cerebral Palsy.

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