12 Questions
What is the main function of the myelin sheath?
To facilitate the electrical signals conduction
What is the hallmark of Multiple Sclerosis?
Lhermitte’s sign
What is the result of the immune system attacking the myelin sheath?
Inflammation and scarring
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of Multiple Sclerosis?
Headache
What is the term for the scar tissues that form in multiple areas of the central nervous system?
All of the above
What is the primary effect of the damage to the nerve fibers in Multiple Sclerosis?
Electrical impulses from the brain do not flow smoothly
What is the most common type of multiple sclerosis?
Relapse-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis (RRMS)
What is the age range when people are most likely to be affected by multiple sclerosis?
20 to 40 years old
What is the purpose of the evoked potential test in multiple sclerosis diagnosis?
To measure the time it takes for nerves to respond to stimulation
Which type of evoked potential test is commonly used in multiple sclerosis diagnosis?
Visual evoked response or potential (VER or VEP)
What is the result of an evoked potential test if the time between the stimulation and the response is within the normal range?
Normal
What is the risk factor associated with exposure to Epstein Barr virus or mononucleosis?
Infections
Test your knowledge of multiple sclerosis, a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system. This quiz covers the definition, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, types, causes, diagnosis, and treatment of multiple sclerosis.
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