Neurological Disorders Treatment and Features Quiz
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Which movement disorder is characterized by an autosomal dominant inheritance pattern and affects the basal ganglia?

  • Parkinson's disease
  • Huntington disease (correct)
  • Wilson's disease
  • Essential tremor
  • What movement disorder is associated with excessive, involuntary movements affecting different body regions?

  • Parkinson's disease
  • Ballismus (correct)
  • Cerebellar ataxia
  • Dystonia
  • Which disorder is known for the presence of motor and vocal tics?

  • Huntington disease
  • Essential tremor
  • Tardive dyskinesia
  • Tourette syndrome (correct)
  • Which movement disorder is linked to a deficiency in copper metabolism leading to copper accumulation in the brain?

    <p>Wilson's disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is characterized by jerky, uncoordinated movements due to cerebellar dysfunction?

    <p>Cerebellar ataxia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symptom does the 14-year-old boy in the text present to his PCP?

    <p>Involuntary movements in his face and limbs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by sudden, brief actions with an urge before and a sense of relief after the movement?

    <p>Tics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates Tourette's Syndrome from Dystonia based on the text?

    <p>Premonition before movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common medication used to suppress movements in Tourette's Syndrome according to the text?

    <p>Clonidine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition presents as relentless, self-limited movements after a strep infection?

    <p>Sydenham's Chorea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consideration for treatment in Tourette's Syndrome based on the text?

    <p>Do not have to treat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why would acetylcholine blockers (anticholinergics) be expected to help in Huntington's Disease?

    <p>To counteract the loss of acetylcholine neurons in the striatum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which neurotransmitter is predominantly affected in Huntington's Disease?

    <p>Acetylcholine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of the brain is primarily affected by the loss of acetylcholine neurons in Huntington's Disease?

    <p>Striatum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of reduced excitation upon Gpi neurons in Huntington's Disease?

    <p>Decreased movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might too much dopamine produce dyskinesias in Parkinson's Disease treatment?

    <p>Causes increased cholinergic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main clinical feature observed in Huntington's Disease?

    <p>Choreiform movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is commonly associated with cerebellar dysfunction?

    <p>Tardive dyskinesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of movement disorder is characterized by writhing and twisting movements?

    <p>Athetosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which clinical feature is NOT typically seen in Parkinson's disease?

    <p>Nystagmus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the aim of the direct pathway in the anatomy of Parkinson's disease?

    <p>To activate the motor cortex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the body is primarily affected by ataxia?

    <p>Legs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of cerebellar dysfunction related to speech?

    <p>Dysarthria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of frequent throat clearing in the patient described?

    <p>It could be a symptom of tardive dyskinesia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most likely diagnosis for the patient based on the symptoms described?

    <p>Tardive dyskinesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What treatment approach is suggested for hemiballismus, particularly when caused by damage to Mollaret’s Triangle?

    <p>Wait for spontaneous improvement without specific treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does negative myoclonus differ from other types of myoclonus?

    <p>It results in a loss of postural muscle contraction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of tardive dyskinesia, what is the recommended treatment strategy?

    <p>Use sedative medications like benzodiazepines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which brain structure is most likely affected in a patient presenting with hemiballismus?

    <p>Basal ganglia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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