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Peripheral Nervous System Disorders

Peripheral Nervous System Disorders

Explore disorders of the peripheral nervous system, including polyneuropathies and mononeuropathies. Pay close attention to the causes, symptoms, and treatments associated with each condition. Focus on examples such as diabetic neuropathy and carpal tunnel syndrome.

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Peripheral Nervous System Disorders

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List of Questions40 questions
  1. Question 1
    • Polyneuropathy secondary to diabetes
    • Trigeminal neuralgia
    • Bell's palsy
    • Mononeuropathy affecting the median nerve
  2. Question 2
    • Trigeminal nerve (V)
    • Facial nerve (VII)
    • Glossopharyngeal nerve (IX)
    • Vagus nerve (X)
  3. Question 3
    • Monitoring for cardiac arrhythmias.
    • Strict dietary modifications to avoid trigger foods.
    • Eye care to protect the cornea.
    • Aggressive physical therapy for limb muscles
  4. Question 4
    • Increased blood pressure.
    • Decreased breath sounds and SpO2.
    • Complaints of muscle pain.
    • Reports of tingling in the extremities.
  5. Question 5
    • Administer tetanus immunoglobulin (TIG) and update tetanus toxoid vaccination status.
    • Suture the wound immediately to prevent further contamination.
    • Apply a topical antiseptic to the wound.
    • Administer broad-spectrum antibiotics
  6. Question 6
    • Encourage high-intensity exercise to rebuild muscle strength.
    • Recommend assistive devices and lifestyle modifications to conserve energy.
    • Initiate antiviral medications to eradicate any residual polio virus.
    • Prescribe high doses of corticosteroids to reduce inflammation.
  7. Question 7
    • A temporary increase in heart rate and blood pressure.
    • An immediate reduction in pain levels.
    • A temporary improvement in muscle strength.
    • A decrease in muscle twitching and fasciculations.
  8. Question 8
    • Riluzole
    • Prednisone
    • Pyridostigmine
    • Carbamazepine
  9. Question 9
    • Prolonged sitting with poor back support.
    • Practicing good posture.
    • Regular stretching and low-impact exercise.
    • Maintaining a healthy weight.
  10. Question 10
    • Administer pain medication as prescribed.
    • Provide the patient with a referral for physical therapy.
    • Encourage the patient to increase fluid intake.
    • Prepare the patient for immediate surgical evaluation.
  11. Question 11
    • Polyneuropathies affect only motor function.
    • Polyneuropathies involve diffuse damage to multiple peripheral nerves.
    • Mononeuropathies are always caused by autoimmune diseases.
    • Mononeuropathies affect multiple nerves symmetrically.
  12. Question 12
    • Administering intravenous fluids to prevent dehydration.
    • Promoting a high-fiber diet to prevent constipation.
    • Minimizing stimuli that trigger facial pain.
    • Encouraging vigorous facial exercises to maintain muscle tone.
  13. Question 13
    • Sudden loss of vision.
    • Difficulty closing one eye.
    • Altered taste sensation.
    • Unilateral facial drooping.
  14. Question 14
    • Ascending paralysis, starting in the feet and moving upward.
    • Intermittent muscle spasms without paralysis.
    • Localized paralysis in a single limb.
    • Descending paralysis, starting in the head and moving down.
  15. Question 15
    • Producing a toxin that affects the nervous system.
    • Directly attacking muscle fibers.
    • Causing inflammation of the spinal cord.
    • Triggering an autoimmune response against motor neurons.
  16. Question 16
    • Overexertion.
    • Regular stretching.
    • A diet rich in antioxidants.
    • High-impact exercises.
  17. Question 17
    • Inflammation of peripheral nerves.
    • Compression of the spinal cord.
    • Antibodies that block acetylcholine receptors.
    • Degeneration of motor neurons in the spinal cord.
  18. Question 18
    • Suppressing the autoimmune response.
    • Stimulating nerve regeneration through electrical stimulation.
    • Providing supportive care and symptom management.
    • Reversing the progression of motor neuron degeneration.
  19. Question 19
    • Increased blood supply to the spinal cord.
    • Dehydration and loss of elasticity in spinal discs.
    • Thickening of the ligaments surrounding the spine.
    • Calcification of vertebral endplates.
  20. Question 20
    • Causing inflammation of the brainstem.
    • Compressing the spinal cord or nerve roots.
    • Reducing blood flow to the spinal cord.
    • Increasing cerebrospinal fluid pressure.
  21. Question 21
    • X-ray
    • CT scan
    • MRI
    • Electromyography (EMG)
  22. Question 22
    • Vagus nerve (X)
    • Trigeminal nerve (V)
    • Facial nerve (VII)
    • Optic nerve (II)
  23. Question 23
    • Bowel sounds
    • Forced vital capacity
    • Blood glucose levels
    • Pupil size and reactivity
  24. Question 24
    • Blocking the release of acetylcholine.
    • Interfering with inhibitory neurotransmitters.
    • Causing widespread inflammation of nerve cells.
    • Directly destroying muscle tissue.
  25. Question 25
    • Increase muscle strength.
    • Conserve energy and reduce strain on weakened muscles.
    • Increase range of motion.
    • Improve coordination and balance.
  26. Question 26
    • Inhibiting the breakdown of acetylcholine.
    • Reducing inflammation at the neuromuscular junction.
    • Blocking the action of antibodies.
    • Stimulating the production of acetylcholine.
  27. Question 27
    • Reducing inflammation in the brain.
    • Reversing the damage to motor neurons.
    • Suppressing the autoimmune response.
    • Protecting motor neurons from further damage.
  28. Question 28
    • Drinking at least 3 liters of water per day.
    • Sleeping on a very firm mattress.
    • Avoiding exposure to sunlight.
    • Maintaining good posture and body mechanics.
  29. Question 29
    • Possible cauda equina syndrome.
    • A temporary muscle spasm.
    • A mild nerve irritation.
    • A need for increased pain medication.
  30. Question 30
    • Muscle weakness in a single limb.
    • Progressive, symmetrical sensory loss in the feet and hands.
    • Sudden, sharp pain in the face.
    • Unilateral facial paralysis.
  31. Question 31
    • Administering high doses of opioids for pain management.
    • Initiating aggressive facial exercises.
    • Encouraging the patient to resume a normal diet immediately.
    • Monitoring for cranial nerve deficits.
  32. Question 32
    • Antiviral medications induce anxiety and depression.
    • Patients are at high risk for suicide.
    • Corticosteroids cause significant mood swings.
    • The facial paralysis can be distressing and affect self-esteem.
  33. Question 33
    • Elevated protein levels in cerebrospinal fluid with a normal cell count.
    • Decreased protein levels in cerebrospinal fluid.
    • Presence of oligoclonal bands in cerebrospinal fluid.
    • Elevated white blood cell count in cerebrospinal fluid.
  34. Question 34
    • Promote faster wound healing.
    • Reduce pain and inflammation.
    • Prevent secondary bacterial infections.
    • Remove the source of _Clostridium tetani_.
  35. Question 35
    • An acetylcholinesterase inhibitor.
    • A muscle relaxant.
    • An anticholinergic medication.
    • A corticosteroid.
  36. Question 36
    • Plasmapheresis
    • Intubation and mechanical ventilation
    • Increased doses of cholinesterase inhibitors
    • Administration of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG)
  37. Question 37
    • Reversing cognitive decline
    • Slowing disease progression
    • Regaining lost motor function
    • Maintaining existing function and independence
  38. Question 38
    • Injection of steroids into the disc space.
    • Removal of the entire disc.
    • Fusion of two or more vertebrae.
    • Removal of a portion of the vertebra to relieve pressure.
  39. Question 39
    • Progressive muscle weakness, sensory changes, and bowel/bladder dysfunction.
    • Intermittent dizziness and blurred vision.
    • Localized muscle pain that worsens with activity.
    • Unilateral headache accompanied by nausea.
  40. Question 40
    • Signs of infection and respiratory complications
    • Sudden weight gain
    • Decreased appetite related to taste alteration
    • Increased muscle strength immediately post-op
List of Flashcards29 flashcards
  1. Card 1
    HintThink of 'outer limits' of the nervous system.Memory TipPNS = 'Periphery' - away from the center.
  2. Card 2
    HintConsider 'many' nerves being affected.Memory TipPoly = many; affects multiple nerves
  3. Card 3
    HintThink of 'one' nerve being affected.Memory TipMono = one; affects single nerve
  4. Card 4
    HintElectric shocks in the faceMemory Tip'Tri-' face pain!
  5. Card 5
    HintDrooping of the face.Memory TipBell's Palsy = facial paralysis sudden appearance.
  6. Card 6
    HintAscending paralysis after infection.Memory TipGBS: Ground to Brain Syndrome.
  7. Card 7
    HintConsider 'lockjaw' as a key symptom.Memory TipTetanus = 'Tight' muscles, vaccine prevent.
  8. Card 8
    HintNew symptoms after polio recovery.Memory TipPost-Polio = 'Past' polio, now problems.
  9. Card 9
    HintMuscle weakness, drooping eyelids.Memory TipMyasthenia Gravis: Grave muscle weakness.
  10. Card 10
    HintLou Gehrig's disease.Memory TipALS = 'affects lateral sclerosis.'
  11. Card 11
    HintConsider the 'wear and tear' on spinal discs.Memory TipDDD = Disk Deterioration with Decades.
  12. Card 12
    HintBulging disc pressing on nervesMemory TipHerniated = 'Handle' with care. Causes nerve compression.
  13. Card 13
    HintAbnormal growths in the spinal cordMemory TipTumor near spine can compress it.
  14. Card 14
    HintSharp, stabbing pain in the face.Memory TipTic = Trigeminal Intense Cranial pain.
  15. Card 15
    HintDrugs for nerve painMemory TipCarba/Oxcarba = Calm the nerves' Carbage.
  16. Card 16
    HintSurgical option for nerve pain reliefMemory TipDecompression = 'Decrease' nerve pressure.
  17. Card 17
    HintSurgical option for nerve destructionMemory TipAblation = 'Away' with the pain.
  18. Card 18
    HintInflammation reducerMemory TipPrednisone = 'Prevent' swelling of nerves.
  19. Card 19
    HintAnti-viral medicationMemory TipAcyclovir = 'Anti' viral med.
  20. Card 20
    HintRemoves harmful substances from bloodMemory TipPlasma Exchange = 'Purify' the blood.
  21. Card 21
    HintIntroduce helpful version of defense proteinsMemory TipHelp fighting disease IV way
  22. Card 22
    HintImmediate protect after exposure.Memory TipTIG = Tetanus immediately protect
  23. Card 23
    HintMuscle relaxant.Memory TipBenzos = bends musclos.
  24. Card 24
    HintImproves muscle communicationMemory TipPyridostigmine = 'Promote' muscle strength.
  25. Card 25
    HintImmune system controlMemory TipAzathioprine = 'Arrest' the body's immunity damage.
  26. Card 26
    HintExtreme muscle weakness!Memory TipCrisis means emergency!
  27. Card 27
    HintProtection for nerveMemory TipRiluzole help.
  28. Card 28
    HintSurgical disc optionsMemory TipDisc/Lam/Fusion to fix spine
  29. Card 29
    HintRemoves protruding discMemory TipMicro = less invasive fix herniation.

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