Question
A friend of mine’s child, for reasons unknown, was diagnosed with cerebral palsy shortly after birth. The friend has tried many methods to treat the child but to no avail. What are the causes of cerebral palsy?
Answer
The main manifestations of children with cerebral palsy include abnormal movements, increased motor activity, athetosis, chorea, and muscle rigidity; when there is a lesion in the cerebellum, it may present with ataxia and hypotonia; and when there is widespread brain involvement, symptoms such as muscle rigidity and tremors may occur. Recommendations include: the treatment methods for pediatric cerebral palsy include psychological therapy for children, where nursing staff can use conversation, questioning, and specific, effective scales or questionnaires to test the mental and behavioral problems of the child and their family. Based on the existing psychological problems of the child, appropriate nursing measures should be taken.