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Childhood Neurological Diseases

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Which of the following is a common childhood neurological disease characterized by seizures?

  1. Epilepsy

  2. Cerebral palsy

  3. Autism spectrum disorder

  4. Down syndrome


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Epilepsy is a common childhood neurological disease characterized by recurrent seizures. Seizures are sudden, uncontrolled bursts of electrical activity in the brain that can cause a variety of symptoms, including loss of consciousness, jerking movements, and confusion.

What is the most common type of cerebral palsy?

  1. Spastic cerebral palsy

  2. Athetoid cerebral palsy

  3. Ataxic cerebral palsy

  4. Mixed cerebral palsy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Spastic cerebral palsy is the most common type of cerebral palsy, accounting for about 70% of cases. It is characterized by muscle stiffness and spasticity, which can affect movement and coordination.

Which of the following is a common symptom of autism spectrum disorder?

  1. Difficulty with social interaction

  2. Repetitive behaviors

  3. Restricted interests

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Autism spectrum disorder is a complex developmental disorder characterized by difficulties with social interaction, repetitive behaviors, and restricted interests. These symptoms can range from mild to severe and can affect a person's ability to function in everyday life.

What is the leading genetic cause of intellectual disability?

  1. Down syndrome

  2. Fragile X syndrome

  3. Angelman syndrome

  4. Rett syndrome


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Down syndrome is the leading genetic cause of intellectual disability, accounting for about 10% of cases. It is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21 and is characterized by a range of physical and intellectual disabilities.

Which of the following is a common neurological complication of sickle cell disease?

  1. Stroke

  2. Seizures

  3. Meningitis

  4. Encephalitis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Stroke is a common neurological complication of sickle cell disease, occurring in about 10% of patients. It is caused by the formation of blood clots in the blood vessels of the brain, which can lead to brain damage and disability.

What is the most common type of brain tumor in children?

  1. Medulloblastoma

  2. Astrocytoma

  3. Ependymoma

  4. Glioma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Medulloblastoma is the most common type of brain tumor in children, accounting for about 20% of all childhood brain tumors. It is a malignant tumor that arises from the cerebellum, the part of the brain that controls coordination and balance.

Which of the following is a common symptom of meningitis?

  1. Headache

  2. Fever

  3. Stiff neck

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges, the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. It can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or other microorganisms. Common symptoms of meningitis include headache, fever, stiff neck, and sensitivity to light.

What is the most common type of encephalitis in children?

  1. Herpes simplex encephalitis

  2. Japanese encephalitis

  3. West Nile virus encephalitis

  4. Eastern equine encephalitis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Herpes simplex encephalitis is the most common type of encephalitis in children, accounting for about 50% of all cases. It is caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and can lead to severe brain damage and disability.

Which of the following is a common symptom of Guillain-Barre syndrome?

  1. Weakness in the legs

  2. Difficulty breathing

  3. Double vision

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Guillain-Barre syndrome is an autoimmune disorder that affects the peripheral nervous system. It can cause weakness in the legs, arms, and respiratory muscles, as well as difficulty breathing and double vision.

What is the most common type of muscular dystrophy in children?

  1. Duchenne muscular dystrophy

  2. Becker muscular dystrophy

  3. Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy

  4. Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Duchenne muscular dystrophy is the most common type of muscular dystrophy in children, affecting about 1 in 3,500 boys. It is a progressive muscle-wasting disorder that typically begins in early childhood and leads to severe disability and death by the early 20s.

Which of the following is a common symptom of neurofibromatosis type 1?

  1. Cafe-au-lait spots

  2. Neurofibromas

  3. Lisch nodules

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Neurofibromatosis type 1 is a genetic disorder that causes the growth of tumors along the nerves. Common symptoms include cafe-au-lait spots (light brown patches on the skin), neurofibromas (tumors that grow on the nerves), and Lisch nodules (small, white bumps on the iris of the eye).

What is the most common type of spina bifida?

  1. Myelomeningocele

  2. Meningocele

  3. Lipomeningocele

  4. Spina bifida occulta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Myelomeningocele is the most common type of spina bifida, accounting for about 85% of cases. It is a severe birth defect in which the spinal cord and its protective membranes protrude through an opening in the back.

Which of the following is a common symptom of hydrocephalus?

  1. Enlarged head

  2. Bulging fontanelle

  3. Vomiting

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hydrocephalus is a condition in which there is an excessive accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain. Common symptoms include enlarged head, bulging fontanelle (the soft spot on the top of a baby's head), and vomiting.

What is the most common type of childhood stroke?

  1. Ischemic stroke

  2. Hemorrhagic stroke

  3. Transient ischemic attack (TIA)

  4. Cryptogenic stroke


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ischemic stroke is the most common type of childhood stroke, accounting for about 80% of cases. It is caused by a blockage of blood flow to the brain, which can lead to brain damage and disability.

Which of the following is a common symptom of concussion?

  1. Headache

  2. Nausea

  3. Vomiting

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that can be caused by a blow to the head. Common symptoms include headache, nausea, vomiting, and confusion.

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