Cerebral Palsy and Associated Health Considerations Quiz

Test your knowledge on cerebral palsy with questions about symptoms, causes, treatments, and associated health considerations.

#1

Which of the following is a common symptom of cerebral palsy?

Seizures
Muscle weakness
Visual impairment
All of the above
#2

What is the most common type of cerebral palsy?

Ataxic
Athetoid
Spastic
Mixed
#3

Which part of the body is most commonly affected by cerebral palsy?

Legs
Arms
Brain
Spine
#4

Which of the following is NOT a common adaptive equipment used by individuals with cerebral palsy?

Wheelchair
Walker
Pacemaker
Braces
#5

Which of the following is a common therapy approach for children with cerebral palsy to improve communication skills?

Occupational therapy
Speech therapy
Art therapy
Music therapy
#6

Which of the following is NOT a common therapy approach for managing cerebral palsy?

Physical therapy
Behavioral therapy
Occupational therapy
Speech therapy
#7

Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of cerebral palsy?

Brain injury during birth
Genetic factors
Excessive use of electronic devices
Infections during pregnancy
#8

What is a common treatment for managing spasticity in cerebral palsy?

Physical therapy
Antibiotics
Eye surgery
Speech therapy
#9

What is dyskinetic cerebral palsy characterized by?

Stiff, jerky movements
Uncontrolled, involuntary movements
Poor coordination
Decreased muscle tone
#10

Which of the following is a potential risk factor for cerebral palsy?

Advanced maternal age
Low birth weight
Multiple births (twins, triplets)
All of the above
#11

Which of the following is NOT a primary motor symptom of cerebral palsy?

Muscle rigidity
Tremors
Difficulty with fine motor skills
Loss of consciousness
#12

What is the term for the inability to control or coordinate voluntary movements?

Ataxia
Dysphagia
Apraxia
Dyskinesia
#13

Which of the following is a potential complication associated with cerebral palsy?

Hearing loss
Bone fractures
Heart disease
All of the above
#14

What percentage of children with cerebral palsy also have intellectual disabilities?

Less than 10%
Around 25%
Approximately 50%
More than 75%
#15

What is selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR) commonly used for in cerebral palsy?

Vision improvement
Pain management
Reduction of muscle stiffness
Cognitive enhancement
#16

What percentage of cerebral palsy cases are acquired after birth due to brain injuries?

Less than 10%
Around 25%
Approximately 50%
More than 75%
#17

Which of the following is a potential complication of cerebral palsy that affects mobility?

Asthma
Scoliosis
Diabetes
Hypertension
#18

Which of the following is a common method used to diagnose cerebral palsy?

MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
X-ray
Blood test
Urine test

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