Multiple Sclerosis Practical Exam Key Points

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What is the definition of multiple sclerosis?

An acute bacterial infection of the central nervous system with demyelination and gliosis

A viral infection affecting the central nervous system causing demyelination and motor disturbances

A chronic autoimmune disease of the CNS characterized by inflammation, demyelination, gliosis, and neural loss (correct)

A progressive disease of the central nervous system characterized by inflammation and demyelination

Which type of multiple sclerosis is characterized by a single episode of neurologic symptoms?

Clinically isolated syndrome (correct)

Primary progressive MS

Relapsing MS

Secondary progressive MS

What are common sensory symptoms of multiple sclerosis?

Numbness and tingling (correct)

Cough and shortness of breath

Blurred vision and hearing loss

Fever and chills

What is used as a scale to measure disability in multiple sclerosis?

EDSS (Expanded Disability Status Scale) Signup and view all the answers

What is the EDSS score range for a patient in the advanced stages of multiple sclerosis?

Greater than 7 Signup and view all the answers

Which test is used for assessing upper extremity function in multiple sclerosis patients?

Nine-hole peg test Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary type of Parkinson's disease characterized by an unknown cause?

Idiopathic Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is a degenerative disorder of the CNS that affects motor skills, speech, tremor, and movement?

Parkinson's disease Signup and view all the answers

Which stage on the Hoen and Yahr scale is characterized by symptoms on one side only (Unilateral)?

Stage 1 Signup and view all the answers

What type of neuromuscular disease affects the function of muscles due to problems with the nerves in the muscles of your body?

Neuropathies Signup and view all the answers

Which test is used for assessing balance in Parkinson's disease patients?

Timed up and go Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic symptom of head injuries?

"Postural instability" Signup and view all the answers

"Amplitude training" in Parkinson's disease focuses on:

"Making the movement as big and powerful as possible" Signup and view all the answers

"Manual muscle testing" is used for assessing:

"Muscle strength" Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary form of Parkinson's disease that occurs after encephalitis lethargica?

Postencephalitic Signup and view all the answers

What is the EDSS score range for a patient in the mid stage of multiple sclerosis?

6 to 7 Signup and view all the answers