Cerebral palsy Flashcards
1
Q
How does cerebral palsy get worse as a child gets older?
A
It does not.
It is a NON PROGRESSIVE disorder.
2
Q
Very early signs of cerebral palsy in an infant
A
- Docile/ irritable
- Poor feeding
- Asymmetrical movement patterns
3
Q
3 UMN signs in cerebral palsy
A
- Increased tone
- Brisk reflexes
- Ankle clonus
4
Q
Which area of the brain is affected in spastic cerebral palsy?
A
Cortex
5
Q
Which area of the brain is affected in dyskinetic cerebral palsy?
A
Basal ganglia
6
Q
Which area of the brain is affected in ataxic cerebral palsy?
A
Cerebellum
7
Q
Symptoms of spastic cerebral palsy
A
- Increased tone
- Muscle stiffness
- Tremors
- Scissor gait/ toe walk
8
Q
Symptoms of dyskinetic cerebral palsy
A
- Dystonia
2. Chorea
9
Q
Symptoms of ataxic cerebral palsy
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- Wide gait
- Balance problems
- Intention tremor
- Reduction in fine motor skills eg writing
10
Q
What is dystonia
A
Slow random uncontrolled movements in limbs and trunk
11
Q
What is chorea
A
Dance-like writhing movements
12
Q
How is cerebral palsy diagnosed
A
From clinical exam and history.
No investigations to prove.
