Neuro Exam- MS
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| Autoimmune disorder. Genetic component. Chronic, progressive, degenerative, inflammatory disease of the CNS. | Multiple Sclerosis
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| Group most affected by MS | young women ages 25-35 (although can affect anyone)
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| In MS, ___ cells stay and promote infiltration of other agents that damage the immune system and lead to destruction of ________. | T, myelin sheath
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| Areas most effected by MS | Optic nerve, cerebrum, brain stem, cerebellum, spinal cord
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| 80-85% of MS pt will have this type | Type 1: Relapsing remitting
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| S/S depend on location and/or the combination of ________ | Lesions (plaques)
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| Test in which presence of many lesions (plaques) can be visualized | MRI
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| Test shows the presence of IgG molecules bonded together which indicates immune system abnormality. (Via lumbar puncture) | CSF analysis
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| Test can help define the extent of the disease process and monitor changes | Evoked Potential Testing
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| What lab tests are typically completed since UTI is common | blood and urine
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| Test for cognitive issues | Neuropsychological Testing
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| What is the cure for MS? | No cure
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| Two groups of drugs used primarily during periods of exaserbation. Phenomenal amounts used. Very severe SE | Corticosteroids and Immunosuppressives
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| Four drugs for MS and route | Avonex (IM), Betaseron (SQ), Copaxone (SQ), Rebif (SQ)
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| Baclofen, Valium, Zanaflex, and Dantrium given for | spasticity
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| Symmetrel, Cylert, Prozac given for | Fatigue
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| Inderal, Neurontin, Klonopin given for | Ataxia
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| NSAIDs, opiates, antidepressants, and antiseizure meds given for | Pain
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| Anticholinergics and antispasmodics given for | Bowel and Bladder
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