The nurse is caring for 9-month-old client diagnosed with ataxic cerebral palsy (CP). Which clinical manifestations does the nurse expect when assessing this client?
Select all that apply.
A) Muscle instability
B) Hypotonia
C) Hemiplegia
D) Hypertonia
E) Tremors
Answer: A, B
Hypotonia in infancy and muscle instability are seen in ataxic CP. Hemiplegia and hypertonia are seen in spastic CP. Tremors and exaggerated posturing are seen in dyskinetic CP. Hypertonia and persistent primitive reflexes are seen in spastic CP.
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