Cerebral palsy (CP) is a term applied to a disorder that impairs ...

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Cerebral palsy (CP) is a term applied to a disorder that impairs movement and posture. The effects on perception, language, and intellect are determined by the type that is diagnosed. What are the potential warning signs of CP? Select all that apply.
 
  1. The infant's arms or legs are stiff or rigid.
  2. By 8 months of age, the infant can sit without support.
  3. A high risk factor for CP is very low birth weight.
  4. The child has strong head control but a limp body posture.
  5. If the infant is able to crawl, only one side is used to propel himself or herself.
  6. The infant has feeding difficulties, such as poor sucking and swallowing.

Question 2

A child is being discharged from the hospital following heart surgery. Prior to discharge, the nurse reviews the discharge instructions with the mother. Which of the following statements if made by the mother indicates a need for further education?
 
  1. Quiet activities are allowed.
  2. The child should play inside for now.
  3. Visitors are not allowed for at least 1 month.
  4. The regular schedule regarding naps should be resumed.

[carolinefletcherr]

Answer to Question 1

1, 3, 5, 6

Rationale: The infant's arms or legs are stiff or rigid, a high risk factor for CP is very low birth weight, if the infant is able to crawl, only one side is used to propel himself or herself, and the infant has feeding difficulties, such as poor sucking and swallowing are potential warning signs of CP. By 8 months of age, if the infant cannot sit up without support, this would be considered a potential warning sign, because this developmental task should be completed by this time. The infant with a potential diagnosis of CP has poor head control by 3 months of age, when head control should be strong.

Answer to Question 2

3

Rationale: Visitors without signs of any infection are allowed to visit the child. The mother should be instructed, however, that the child needs to avoid large crowds of people for 1 week following discharge. Quiet activities are allowed. The child should play inside for now. and The regular schedule regarding naps should be resumed. are accurate instructions regarding activity following heart surgery.

[fox]

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[carolinefletcherr]

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