What is a major goal of therapy for children with cerebral palsy ...

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What is a major goal of therapy for children with cerebral palsy (CP)?
 
  a. Cure the underlying defect causing the disorder.
  b. Reverse the degenerative processes that have occurred.
  c. Prevent the spread to individuals in close contact with the child.
  d. Recognize the disorder early and promote optimum development.

Question 2

Which term is defined as a vaguely outlined area of edematous tissue situated over the portion of the scalp that presents in a vertex delivery?
 
  a. Hydrocephalus
  b. Cephalhematoma
  c. Caput succedaneum
  d. Subdural hematoma

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The goals of therapy include early recognition and promotion of an optimum developmental course to enable affected children to attain their potential within the limits of their dysfunction. The disorder is permanent, and therapy is chiefly symptomatic and preventive. It is not possible at this time to reverse the degenerative processes. CP is not contagious.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Caput succedaneum is defined as a vaguely outlined area of edematous tissue situated over the portion of the scalp that presents in a vertex delivery. The swelling consists of serum or blood (or both) accumulated in the tissues above the bone, and it may extend beyond the bone margin. Hydrocephalus is caused by an imbalance in production and absorption of cerebrospinal fluid. When production exceeds absorption, fluid accumulates within the ventricular system, causing dilation of the ventricles. A cephalhematoma has sharply demarcated boundaries that do not extend beyond the limits of the (bone) suture line. A subdural hematoma is located between the dura and the cerebrum. It should not be visible on the scalp.