CEREBRAL PALSY Flashcards
what Conditions are Associated With CP?
- Neurologic:
Seizures - Pulmonary:
Restrictive lung disease (secondary to progressive
kyphoscoliosis)
Chronic lung disease of infancy
Dysphagia
Obstructive sleep apnea
Recurrent aspiration - Gastrointestinal
Oral motor dysfunction and feeding difficulty
Poor nutritional status and growth
Gastroesophageal reflux
Constipation
Bowel incontinence - Genitourinary :
Bladder incontinence
Recurrent urinary tract infections - Skin:
Decubitus ulcers - Vision:
Refractive errors, Myopia , Strabismus,
Amblyopia, Cataract, Nystagmus
Optic atrophy, Cortical visual impairment - Hearing :
Hearing impairment - Dental:
Poor hygiene , Malocclusion Caries - Communication:
Speech and language impairment
Dysarthria - Pain from multiple sources:
Migraine
Corneal abrasions
Temporomandibular joint dysfunction
Gastroesophageal reflux
Constipation,
Hip dislocation,
Muscle spasms
Progressive scoliosis - Sleep :
Sleep disturbances - Endocrine:
Delayed or precocious puberty - Psychosocial and behavioral :
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Self-injurious behavior
Depression - Cognitive deficit :
Learning difficulties
outline the functional classification levels of cp
Four functional classification systems are used in persons with CP to allow for a
standardized way to assess support and therapy needs of the individual:
1. GMFCS : Gross Motor Function Classification System is used to describe gross
motor function, especially the ability to walk, for children from 2 to 18 years of age
2. MACS: Manual Ability Classification System is used to describe the typical use of
both hands and upper extremities for children from 4 to 18 years of age
3. CFCS: Communication Function Classification System is used to describe the
ability of persons with CP for daily routine communication
4. EDACS: Eating and Drinking Ability Classification System is used to describe the
eating and drinking function for children 3 years and older
