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.
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.
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