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Which of the following is a symptom of peripheral neuropathy?
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?
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?
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?
Which of the following is not mentioned as a potential cause of peripheral neuropathy?
What was the strength grading of the patient's dorsiflexors and plantar flexors?
What was the strength grading of the patient's dorsiflexors and plantar flexors?