Cerebral Palsy: Pediatric Patient Management
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What percentage of individuals with cerebral palsy experience cognitive impairments?

  • 70-80%
  • 50-60%
  • 23-44% (correct)
  • 10-20%

    • What is the primary reason for the occurrence of most brain lesions in cerebral palsy?

  • Brain development during the second half of gestation (correct)
  • Trauma during birth
  • Genetic mutations
  • Infections during pregnancy

    • What is the definition of low birth weight in relation to cerebral palsy?

  • Less than 1500 g (less than 3.3 pounds)
  • Less than 3000 g (less than 6.6 pounds)
  • Less than 2500 g (less than 5.5 pounds) (correct)
  • Less than 2000 g (less than 4.4 pounds)

    • What is the most common childhood motor disability?

    <p>Cerebral palsy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary etiology of cerebral palsy?

    <p>Multifactorial, including congenital, genetic, inflammatory, infectious, anoxic, traumatic, and metabolic factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of prematurity in relation to cerebral palsy?

    <p>It is the leading risk factor for cerebral palsy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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