Pediatric Conditions & Intervention

Question 1

Arthrogryposis

Answer 1

★ non-progressive, congenital condition

★ multiple contractures in small & large joints

★ shoulders may be internally rotated and drawn inward (adducted)

★ elbows are usually extended

★ wrists are usually flexed

★ fingers flexed & stiff

★ impaired ROM

Question 2

Switch-Adapted Toys

Answer 2

★ Purpose: help develop motor skills, hand-eye coordination, cause & effect understanding, and encourages participation in play

Question 3

Fetal alcohol syndrome

Answer 3

causes brain damage & delayed growth

★ results from alcohol exposure during mother’s pregnancy
★ can result in congenital abnormalities as well as development & physical delays

Question 4

Microcephaly

Answer 4

condition in which the brain develops abnormally, causing the head to be smaller than expected for the child’s age

Question 5

Torticollis

Answer 5

condition in which the child’s head persistently tilts to one side