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Cerebral Palsy — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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ModerateNeurology & DevelopmentCerebral PalsyRACP Paediatrics

A 6-month-old has asymmetric hand use, preferring the right hand. What should this prompt?

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Correct answer: DInvestigation for upper limb neurological lesion

Hand preference <12 months suggests weakness of the non-preferred hand (e.g. hemiplegia).

Reference: RACP – 2024 – Paediatric Curriculum: Developmental Assessment