Cardiopulmonary Clinical Manifestations in Guillain-Barre Syndrome
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Which type of paralysis is most commonly associated with Guillain-Barre Syndrome?

  • Paralysis affecting all four limbs simultaneously
  • Descending paralysis
  • Symmetric paralysis
  • Facial and arm muscle paralysis (correct)

    • What is the typical presentation of muscle weakness in Guillain-Barre Syndrome?

  • Symmetric weakness only (correct)
  • Unilateral arm or leg weakness before spreading
  • Bilateral facial muscle weakness only
  • Asymmetric weakness only

    • After reaching its maximum, how long does the paralysis in Guillain-Barre Syndrome usually remain unchanged?

  • Hours
  • Days (correct)
  • Years
  • Months

    • What is the approximate percentage of patients with Guillain-Barre Syndrome who have permanent residual neurologic deficits?

    <p>20-30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Guillain-Barre Syndrome, what is the typical cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) finding?

    <p>Elevated protein level with normal WBC count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the recovery process in Guillain-Barre Syndrome?

    <p>Improvement generally begins spontaneously and continues for weeks to months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of patients with Guillain-Barre Syndrome make a full recovery?

    <p>~90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Albuminocytologic dissociation' in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is characteristic of which condition?

    <p><strong>Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    In approximately what percentage of cases does muscle paralysis in Guillain-Barre Syndrome affect the facial and arm muscles first before moving downward?

    <p>20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common pattern of weakness in Guillain-Barre Syndrome that may involve a single arm or leg before spreading?

    <p>Asymmetric weakness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what point may the progression of paralysis in Guillain-Barre Syndrome stop?

    <p>At any point</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of the paralysis in Guillain-Barre Syndrome after reaching its maximum?

    <p>Continued improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of patients with Guillain-Barre Syndrome experience permanent residual neurologic deficits?

    <p>20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long may the recovery time be for patients with Guillain-Barre Syndrome who make a full recovery?

    <p>3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diagnostic test is typically used for the diagnosis of Guillain-Barre Syndrome based on abnormal findings?

    <p>Electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies (NCS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) finding in Guillain-Barre Syndrome?

    <p>'Albuminocytologic dissociation' with elevated protein level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does improvement generally begin for patients with Guillain-Barre Syndrome?

    <p>For weeks or months after reaching maximal paralysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the predominant pattern of muscle weakness in most cases of Guillain-Barre Syndrome?

    <p>Symmetric involvement of all limbs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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