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Cerebral Palsy ( 14 Questions)
The child's parent asks, "What could have caused my child's condition?" Which response by the nurse is accurate based on the information provided in the text?
Cerebral palsy is not primarily caused by birth asphyxia. While birth asphyxia can be a contributing factor in some cases, cerebral palsy can result from a variety of causes, including prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal factors.
Cerebral palsy is not commonly caused by genetic factors. While genetic factors can play a role in some cases, they are not the most common cause of cerebral palsy.
Multiple births are not the leading cause of cerebral palsy. While the risk of cerebral palsy may be slightly higher in multiple births, it is not the primary cause.
The correct answer is D. Cerebral palsy can result from various factors, including infections and maternal health issues. Cerebral palsy is a complex condition, and it can be caused by a combination of factors, including prenatal infections, maternal health problems, and perinatal issues, among others.
Choice A rationale:
Cerebral palsy is not primarily caused by birth asphyxia.
While birth asphyxia can be a contributing factor in some cases, cerebral palsy can result from a variety of causes, including prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal factors.
Choice B rationale:
Cerebral palsy is not commonly caused by genetic factors.
While genetic factors can play a role in some cases, they are not the most common cause of cerebral palsy.
Choice C rationale:
Multiple births are not the leading cause of cerebral palsy.
While the risk of cerebral palsy may be slightly higher in multiple births, it is not the primary cause.
Choice D rationale:
The correct answer is D.
Cerebral palsy can result from various factors, including infections and maternal health issues.
Cerebral palsy is a complex condition, and it can be caused by a combination of factors, including prenatal infections, maternal health problems, and perinatal issues, among others.