32 Questions
What is the primary cause of the abnormal pain sensation in Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)?
An exaggerated inflammatory response reinforces the pain, creating a self-sustaining pain loop
Which of the following is NOT a type of spinal cord injury?
Herniation
What is a likely symptom of an injury to the anterior portion of the spinal cord?
Loss of motor function
Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of spinal cord injury?
Kidney stones
What is the primary cause of a stroke?
Oxygen deprivation to brain cells
Which of the following is NOT a potential sign of a stroke?
Muscle cramps and spasms
What are common physiological factors involved in most primary headaches?
Dilation of cranial blood vessels and lack of pain inhibition
What are some key contributing factors to fibromyalgia?
HPA axis dysregulation and central sensitization
Which of the following is a major sign of cerebral palsy?
Problems with walking
What are the frequent complications associated with cerebral palsy?
Pain and seizures
What are some signs of cerebral palsy?
"Problems with walking"
What is the primary factor that determines whether somebody will develop Huntington disease?
Genetic mutation
What signs and symptoms occur if peripheral neuropathy affects primarily sensory neurons?
Pain, tingling, hyperalgesia, allodynia and numbness
What is the best description of Dystonia?
A common condition with repetitive, involuntary contractions of skeletal muscles
What does Dystonia appear to be linked to?
Basal ganglia, inability to process some neurotransmitters
What factors lead to the damage seen with peripheral neuropathy?
Lack of circulation, chemical imbalance, trauma, etc
What feature distinguishes dystonia from other essential tremors or Parkinson Disease?
Repetitive involuntary muscle contractions
What determines the signs and symptoms of a TBI?
Severity and areas affected
What is the likely result of multiple head injuries that follow too quickly to allow for full healing?
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy
What nerve is damaged from Trigeminal Neuralgia?
Cranial nerve V
What structure wraps around the trigeminal nerve to cause Trigeminal Neuralgia?
Blood vessel
What is the best description of spina bifida?
Neural tube defect in which the vertebral arch doesn’t close over the spinal cord
What is most likely to determine the severity and types of symptoms of spina bifida?
Location and size of the cyst
What type of headache is likely to involve a pulsing headache with nausea and light sensitivity?
Migraine
What is the best description of the etiology of Meniere's disease?
Any disruptions of the inner ear environment
What are some common seizure triggers?
All of the above
What is the difference between general and partial seizures?
General seizures affect the whole brain, while partial seizures affect isolated areas.
What is a rebound headache?
Headaches occurring from increasing tolerance for headache medication
Which of the following is NOT a typical treatment approach for Bell's palsy?
Muscle relaxants
What is the primary factor that determines the recovery time for someone with Bell's palsy?
The patient's overall health and any underlying conditions
What is the primary cause of Bell's palsy according to the information provided?
A viral infection
What is the most likely long-term complication of Bell's palsy if the patient does not receive proper treatment?
Permanent facial paralysis
Test your knowledge on Huntington Disease, a progressive degenerative autonomic disorder of the CNS. Explore genetic mutations, symptoms, and factors leading to damage like peripheral neuropathy.
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