by Jephthah Santana
Cerebral Palsy is a complex neurological disorder that affects movement, muscle tone, and posture. Understanding its intricacies can be challenging, but this quiz aims to provide you with essential knowledge about its causes, symptoms, and treatments. Let’s see how much you know about Cerebral Palsy and enhance your awareness of this condition.
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Cerebral Palsy Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is Cerebral Palsy primarily caused by?
Genetic mutations
Brain injury or malformation
Vitamin deficiency
Bacterial infection
2. Which of the following is NOT a type of Cerebral Palsy?
Spastic
Athetoid
Ataxic
Myoclonic
3. What is a common symptom of Cerebral Palsy?
Frequent headaches
Muscle stiffness
Vision loss
Hearing loss
4. Can Cerebral Palsy be cured?
Yes, with surgery
Yes, with medication
No, but symptoms can be managed
Yes, with physical therapy
5. Which prenatal factor can increase the risk of Cerebral Palsy?
Maternal infections
High maternal age
Maternal smoking
All of the above
6. What role does physical therapy play in managing Cerebral Palsy?
It cures the condition
It helps improve mobility and muscle strength
It prevents the condition
It has no effect
7. Which of the following is a common co-occurring condition with Cerebral Palsy?
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Asthma
Hypertension
8. At what age is Cerebral Palsy usually diagnosed?
At birth
Within the first 2 years
During teenage years
In adulthood
9. Which diagnostic tool is commonly used to assess brain abnormalities in Cerebral Palsy?
X-ray
MRI
Ultrasound
CT scan
10. What is the primary goal of occupational therapy for individuals with Cerebral Palsy?
Improving speech
Enhancing fine motor skills and daily living activities
Increasing muscle mass
Reducing pain
11. Which of the following can be a prenatal cause of Cerebral Palsy?
Maternal infections
Premature birth
Low birth weight
All of the above
12. Which professional is most likely to be involved in the care of a child with Cerebral Palsy?
Cardiologist
Neurologist
Dermatologist
Ophthalmologist
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