29 Questions
What is the main characteristic affected by cerebral palsy?
Muscle control
Which of the following is NOT listed as a possible cause of cerebral palsy?
Random mutations in the liver
What type of test is NOT mentioned as part of post-birth testing for cerebral palsy?
X-ray
Which of the following is listed as a potential serious effect of cerebral palsy?
Joint problems
How many main types of cerebral palsy are mentioned in the text?
Four
When can cerebral palsy be definitively diagnosed?
During infancy
Which part of the brain is primarily affected in cerebral palsy?
Cerebellum
What is the most common type of cerebral palsy mentioned in the text?
Spastic diplegia
Which health issue is NOT mentioned as a potential problem for a person with cerebral palsy?
Breathing problems
What percentage of children in the United States are estimated to have cerebral palsy?
1%
Which professional is NOT mentioned as part of the treatment options for cerebral palsy?
Cardiologist
Which type of cerebral palsy involves symptoms from more than one type?
Mixed cerebral palsy
What is the gender distribution like among children diagnosed with cerebral palsy?
43% Females - 57% Males
Which individual would be responsible for helping a child with cerebral palsy in their learning process?
Special education teacher
What type of prenatal testing is NOT available to definitively diagnose cerebral palsy?
Genetic testing
Which of the following is a potential cause of cerebral palsy according to the text?
Genetic inheritance
What imaging technique is used to assess brain damage in infants with suspected cerebral palsy post-birth?
MRI
Which of the following is NOT listed as a potential serious effect of cerebral palsy according to the text?
Hair loss
What type of problem can children with cerebral palsy commonly experience based on the information provided?
Learning difficulties
Which type of movement problem determines the classification of the four main kinds of CP?
Fine motor skill impairment
Which type of infection is NOT mentioned as a potential cause of cerebral palsy in the text?
'Viral infections'
What is the approximate percentage of children diagnosed with cerebral palsy by the age of 2 years?
Approximately 50%
Which health issue is commonly associated with cerebral palsy, making it hard to have a bowel movement?
Constipation
Which profession is NOT mentioned as part of the treatment team for cerebral palsy according to the text?
Optometrists
Which type of cerebral palsy involves symptoms from more than one specific subtype?
Mixed cerebral palsy
What is the most common cause of movement problems in childhood according to the text?
Cerebral palsy
Which gender has a higher prevalence among children diagnosed with cerebral palsy according to the text?
Males
What is the approximate percentage of children in the United States estimated to have cerebral palsy?
~2%
Which specific professional is not mentioned as part of the treatment team for individuals with cerebral palsy?
Optometrist
Learn about the group of conditions that affect brain parts controlling muscles, leading to posture, movement, and balance issues. Discover how it can impact children's intellectual, developmental, physical, and social skills. Explore the causes related to brain development problems or damage.
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