Peripheral Neuropathy and Motor Units
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Which of the following is a symptom of peripheral neuropathy?

  • Diminished deep tendon reflex
  • Intact sensation on upper extremities
  • Ataxic gait
  • Diminished sensation on lower extremities and abdomen (correct)

    • According to the 6 D's, which factor helps in making an etiologic diagnosis?

  • Deficits involved (which fibers)
  • Distribution of the deficits (correct)
  • Disease pathology (axonal or demyelinating or mixed)
  • Duration of the deficits

    • Which type of neuropathy is characterized by involvement of a single nerve?

  • Polyneuropathy
  • Axonal neuropathy
  • Mononeuropathy (correct)
  • Demyelinating neuropathy

    • Which of the following is not mentioned as a potential cause of peripheral neuropathy?

    <p>Autoimmune disorder (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the strength grading of the patient's dorsiflexors and plantar flexors?

    <p>3/5 bilaterally (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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