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Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy is a common condition affecting many people, including myself. I didn't see a quiz about this subject, so this quiz will help to remedy that! Let's see what you know.

A multiple-choice quiz by jddrsi_raven. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
jddrsi_raven

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
423,708

Updated
Apr 14 26

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Easy

Avg Score
9 / 10

Plays
66

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Question 1 of 10

1. Cerebral palsy is a medical condition caused by damage to which part of the human body? Hint

Stomach

Thyroid

Liver

Brain

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Question 2 of 10

2. Can someone contract cerebral palsy from someone who has it?

Yes

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Question 3 of 10

3. Just like all neurological disabilities, the symptoms of cerebral palsy manifest in several ways. True or false: there are different levels of severity with cerebral palsy.

True

False

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Question 4 of 10

4. There are different types of cerebral palsy. The most common type is spastic CP. What is the main symptom of spastic CP? Hint

Difficulty in reading

Hearing loss

Epilepsy

Stiff muscles

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Question 5 of 10

5. Another type of cerebral palsy affects balance and coordination. Which type is this?

Dyskinetic

Ataxic

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Question 6 of 10

6. There are different types of cerebral palsy. Can someone have more than one type of CP?

Yes

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Question 7 of 10

7. As it is a neurological condition, cerebral palsy has no cure. Are there things that can be done to help a person lead a normal, self-sustaining life?

Yes

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Question 8 of 10

8. There are various therapies that can be used to aid a person with cerebral palsy. Which therapy is LEAST likely to be used? Hint

Speech

Physical

Psychological

Occupational

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Question 9 of 10

9. There are several risk factors that come into play during a pregnancy that can increase the likelihood that a child would be born with cerebral palsy. Which of these is NOT one of them? Hint

Proper diet and exercise

Low birth weight

Premature birth

Infection

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Question 10 of 10

10. Cerebral palsy is often caused by damage to the brain before or during birth. Is it possible for post birth damage to occur that would lead to cerebral palsy?

Yes

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Cerebral palsy is a medical condition caused by damage to which part of the human body?

Answer: Brain

As the name implies, cerebral palsy affects the brain. It's a set of conditions caused by damage before or during birth. Symptoms appear after birth, typically before a child turns three.

2. Can someone contract cerebral palsy from someone who has it?

Answer: No

Cerebral palsy is a neurological condition, and is therefore, not contagious. The most commonly afflicted areas of the body are muscles, but other issues may arise.

3. Just like all neurological disabilities, the symptoms of cerebral palsy manifest in several ways. True or false: there are different levels of severity with cerebral palsy.

Answer: True

Cerebral palsy affects different people in different ways. Some people with CP are able to walk on their own, others may need mobility aids, like a walker or wheelchair.

4. There are different types of cerebral palsy. The most common type is spastic CP. What is the main symptom of spastic CP?

Answer: Stiff muscles

Stiff muscles are the main symptom of spastic CP, which causes a person to be limited in their mobility. Depending on the severity, a person may be required to use something to aid them through their daily functions.

5. Another type of cerebral palsy affects balance and coordination. Which type is this?

Answer: Ataxic

Ataxic CP is a very common form, as is spastic CP. Unlike spastic, ataxic affects balance and coordination. Dyskinetic CP affects a person's ability to properly control their limbs and extremities.

6. There are different types of cerebral palsy. Can someone have more than one type of CP?

Answer: Yes

Yes, indeed! Multiple types of cerebral palsy in the same person is quite common. This is known as "mixed" CP. A common combination is spastic and ataxic. This means that, along with the stiff muscles, balance and coordination are also affected. The same treatments and aids can still be used to assist a person dealing with multiple types of CP.

7. As it is a neurological condition, cerebral palsy has no cure. Are there things that can be done to help a person lead a normal, self-sustaining life?

Answer: Yes

Various therapies and mobility aids can aid people through the difficult journey of cerebral palsy. With enough time, work, patience and perseverance, someone with cerebral palsy can still lead a healthy and satisfying life.

8. There are various therapies that can be used to aid a person with cerebral palsy. Which therapy is LEAST likely to be used?

Answer: Psychological

Physical therapy is incredibly common for people with cerebral palsy. Stretches and exercises can help develop certain muscles that can aid a person in becoming more mobile. Occupational therapy can develop certain cognitive functions related to completing daily living tasks. Depending on the severity of the condition, speech therapy may also be used to help a person develop their own vocal skills that might be affected.

9. There are several risk factors that come into play during a pregnancy that can increase the likelihood that a child would be born with cerebral palsy. Which of these is NOT one of them?

Answer: Proper diet and exercise

Premature babies are typically born at a lower than ideal birth weight, so both of those being risk factors for cerebral palsy is not surprising. Infection can also be a potential cause for CP. Lack of oxygen may also be a cause, but it is not as likely as the other three.

10. Cerebral palsy is often caused by damage to the brain before or during birth. Is it possible for post birth damage to occur that would lead to cerebral palsy?

Answer: Yes

It is rare, but unfortunately, yes, it is possible for a newborn to develop cerebral palsy after birth. Since the immune system is still in a vulnerable state post birth, an infection such as meningitis could develop that affects the brain and lead to cerebral palsy. It could also be caused by actual physical damage to the brain from an accident or injury.

Source: Author jddrsi_raven

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