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Cerebral Palsy Part 1: Definition, Causes, and Impacts

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What is the primary cause of spastic subtypes of cerebral palsy?

Damage to the cerebral cortex

Which part of the brain is damaged in individuals who develop athetosis?

Basal ganglia

What type of cerebral palsy results from damage to the cerebellum?

Ataxia

How can you classify cerebral palsy in terms of body part involvement?

By determining the body parts affected Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of postural control in children with cerebral palsy?

It helps improve stability and mobility Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of ataxia in cerebral palsy?

Damage to the cerebellum Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of lack of postural control in a child with cerebral palsy?

Misalignment of body structures, respiratory issues, feeding difficulties, pneumonia risk, contractures, and dislocations. Signup and view all the answers

How does lack of mobility and weightbearing affect digestion in children with cerebral palsy?

It has an effect on digestion and expelling of waste products, leading to regular constipation. Signup and view all the answers

What are some areas of life affected by upper motor neurons Aetiology in individuals?

Emotional well-being, education, ability to perform tasks, self-confidence, social interactions, and learning abilities. Signup and view all the answers

How can adaptive equipment help individuals with cerebral palsy?

Adaptive equipment can improve movement abilities, making tasks easier to perform. Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of physical care tasks that may be challenging for individuals with cerebral palsy?

Transportation, walking, carrying objects, standing, feeding, sitting, sleeping, toileting, and bathing. Signup and view all the answers

Why is postural control important for children with cerebral palsy?

It helps maintain antigravity postures, prevents misalignment of body structures, and reduces the risk of respiratory and feeding issues. Signup and view all the answers

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The content discusses Cerebral Palsy, covering its definition, causes, clinical signs, subtypes, impact on emotional, educational, care, and physical aspects, postural control, and resources for parents.
Cerebral Palsy can be classified based on involvement of body parts and muscle tone, with different subtypes like spastic, athetosis, and ataxia caused by damage to specific brain areas.
The emotional impact of Cerebral Palsy includes effects on self-confidence, social environment, while education-related impacts involve reading, writing, and classroom mobility, with therapy and adaptive equipment being crucial.
In terms of care, Cerebral Palsy affects transportation, walking, carrying, standing, feeding, sitting, sleeping, toileting, and bathing.
Postural control is vital in children with Cerebral Palsy to prevent misalignment of body structures, respiratory issues, contractures, dislocations, digestive problems, and constipation.

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Learn about cerebral palsy, its definition, causes, classifications, and impacts on emotional, educational, and physical wellbeing. This content covers upper motor neuron damage, aetiology, clinical signs, postural control, and resources for parents and caregivers.