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Flashcards in Pediatric Neurology Deck (8)
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1
Q

Why might you not notice a stroke in an infant?

A

extrapyramidal system is active

2
Q

Why does the extrapyramidal system cover up stroke Sx?

A

extrapyramidal system bilaterally innervates the body

3
Q

What is the “ideal” time for a brain injury in a child?

A

3-7 y/o

4
Q

Is it easier to learn for the first time or relearn?

A

relearn

5
Q

Difference in vascular supply of premies

A

diffuse globe of vascular supply

6
Q

Hypoxia most at risk in premies here

A

“watershed” area

7
Q

Preemies have upper/lower extremity problems with a stroke

A

upper

8
Q

Central hypotonia

A

infant finding
has to do with extrapyramidal system
reflexing still bounding