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The Child with Neuromuscular or Muscular Dysfunction

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The Child with Neuromuscular or Muscular Dysfunction

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Question 1 of 5

What is the most common cause of cerebral palsy (CP)?

A. Central nervous system (CNS) diseases

B. Birth asphyxia

C. Cerebral trauma

D. Neonatal encephalopathy

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Question 2 of 5

Spastic cerebral palsy (CP) is characterized by which clinical manifestations?

A. Athetosis, dystonic movements

B. Tremors, lack of active movement

C. Hypertonicity; poor control of posture, balance, and coordinated motion

D. Wide-based gait; poor performance of rapid, repetitive movements

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Question 3 of 5

What type of cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common type?

A. Ataxic

B. Spastic

C. Dyskinetic

D. Mixed type

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Question 4 of 5

The parents of an infant with cerebral palsy (CP) ask the nurse if their child will have cognitive impairment. The nurses response should be based on which knowledge?

A. Affected children have some degree of cognitive impairment.

B. Around 20% of affected children have normal intelligence.

C. About 45% of affected children have normal intelligence.

D. Cognitive impairment is expected if motor and sensory deficits are severe.

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Question 5 of 5

Gingivitis is a common problem in children with cerebral palsy (CP). What preventive measure should be included in the plan of care?

A. High-carbohydrate diet

B. Meticulous dental hygiene

C. Minimum use of fluoride

D. Avoidance of medications that contribute to gingivitis

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