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Pediatric Patient: Cerebral Palsy Lecture Notes

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What percentage of individuals with Cerebral Palsy experience cognitive impairments?

45-50%

70-80%

23-44% (correct)

55-60%

What is the most significant risk factor for Cerebral Palsy?

Prematurity (correct)

Low socioeconomic status

Genetic mutations

Infections during pregnancy

What is the primary impact of Cerebral Palsy on the brain?

Non-progressive disturbances in fetal or infant brain (correct)

Inflammation of the meninges

Progressive neuronal death

Degeneration of the cerebellum

What is the prevalence of Cerebral Palsy in children?

2-2.5 per 1000 live births Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary neurological feature of Cerebral Palsy?

Upper motor neuron disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Low Birth Weight?

Less than 2500 g (less than 5.5 pounds) Signup and view all the answers

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

Upper Motor Neuron (UMN) Signup and view all the answers

At what stage of gestation do most brain lesions occur in Cerebral Palsy?

Second half of gestation Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate birth weight range associated with a higher risk of Cerebral Palsy?

2.2-3.3 lbs Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate percentage of individuals with Cerebral Palsy who experience behavioral impairments?

25% Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary impact of Cerebral Palsy on motor skills?

Abnormal tone and posture Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the permanent, non-progressive brain lesion that characterizes Cerebral Palsy?

Multifactorial disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the life expectancy of individuals with Cerebral Palsy?

Variable life expectancy Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the period of brain development during which most brain lesions occur in Cerebral Palsy?

Active period of brain development Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the brain lesion that causes Cerebral Palsy?

Non-progressive brain lesion Signup and view all the answers