A Child with Cerebral Palsy (CP)is Scheduled for Casting of the Lower

question 20

Multiple Choice

A child with cerebral palsy (CP) is scheduled for casting of the lower extremities.When instruction the parents for the purpose of the casts,which will the nurse include in the teaching session? Select all that apply.

• A) Promote skeletal alignment
• B) Maintain stability
• C) Improve muscle tone
• D) Improve muscle function
• E) Control involuntary movements

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Definitions:

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