physical +epilepsy Flashcards
1
Q
spina bifida
A
- born opening in spinal column
- membrane may bulge to form a sac (spinalfluid + part spinal cord)
2
Q
paraplegia + quadriplegia
A
paraplegia- inability move + lack sensation lower limbs
quadriplegia-inability move all 4 limbs
3
Q
epilepsy
A
- discharge abnormal electrical activity-brain
- body seizures
- temporary disturbance + once over person returns to normal
4
Q
support cerebal palsy
A
- arrange furniture (move freely)
- washbasin + toilet easily accessible
- encourage independence
- encourage use disabled limbs
- chores + responsibilities
- join group activities
- creative in teaching
5
Q
cerebal palsy
A
- section brain damaged permanently
- observable signs
- vary from mild to severe
- condition is complex
6
Q
cause cerebal palsy
A
- underdevelopment / damage certain parts brain concerned-movements
- caused prenatal, perinatal / postnatal factors(anything prevents brain from getting enough oxygen can cause brain damage)
7
Q
types / classification cerebal palsy
A
- monoplegia
- hemiplegia
- paraplegia
- triplegia
- quadriplegia / tetraplegia
8
Q
what do epileptic seizure class
A
- alert , dont panic
- teacher-knowledge
- know medication learner on
- prevent learner falling
- look warning signs, take safe place
- clear objects away
- dont hold child
- no object b.ween teeth
- turn side
- loosen clothes
- other learners leave class
- help if child wet self
- if choke, call emergency service
- inform parents, principal
- reassure learner afterwards
9
Q
hidden epilepsy
A
-invisible epilepsy
- child show no outward symptoms
- present learning / behavioral problems
- appear suddenly / unexpectedly
10
Q
what effects / caused epilepsy
A
- easily disturbed (teased / rejected)
- aggresive, restless, hyperactive
- clumsy, difficult control emotions
- upset in class
- stress / frustration
- eat irregularly (low blood sugar)
- inactive
- inconsistent discipline
