Nervous System Pathology 2

Reviewed by Editorial Team
The ProProfs editorial team is comprised of experienced subject matter experts. They've collectively created over 10,000 quizzes and lessons, serving over 100 million users. Our team includes in-house content moderators and subject matter experts, as well as a global network of rigorously trained contributors. All adhere to our comprehensive editorial guidelines, ensuring the delivery of high-quality content.
Learn about Our Editorial Process
| By Eddy Sidra
E
Eddy Sidra
Community Contributor
Quizzes Created: 12 | Total Attempts: 34,083
| Attempts: 188
Quiz Flashcard
SettingsSettings
Please wait...
  • 1/10 Questions

    Alzheimer's disease is irreversible.

    • True
    • False
Please wait...
About This Quiz

Explore the complexities of neurological disorders in 'Nervous System Pathology 2'. This quiz assesses knowledge on Multiple Sclerosis, Guillain-Barre syndrome, Alzheimer\u2019s, Parkinson\u2019s, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, focusing on symptoms, diagnosis, and pathology.

Nervous System Pathology 2 - Quiz

Quiz Preview

  • 2. 

    A patient presents with paralysis in her feet and is beginning to notice weakness in her hands. She has diminished reflexes in her lower limbs as well. You do a thorough case history and find she was ill 3 weeks ago with a viral infection. What should you rule out first?

    • Multiple sclerosis

    • Parkinson disease

    • Huntington disease

    • Guillain-Barre syndrome

    Correct Answer
    A. Guillain-Barre syndrome
    Explanation
    Paralysis of the feet and the beginning of paralysis of the hands is indicative of ascending paralysis, which is highly associated with Guillan-Barre syndrome...especially after a viral infection.

    Rate this question:

  • 3. 

    Which of the following is NOT true regarding Parkinson's disease?

    • It is a hypokinetic disorder

    • Dopamine deficiency is believed to be the main cause

    • Lewis bodies are often present in the diagnosis

    • A decrease in acetylcholine is present

    • A COMT agonist would be a poor treatment option

    Correct Answer
    A. A decrease in acetylcholine is present
    Explanation
    Acetylcholine is normal in Parkinsonism. (Her lecture notes say elevated). COMT breaks down dopamine..so an agonist would make the disease symptoms worse.

    Rate this question:

  • 4. 

    Which of the following statements about Multiple sclerosis are true? (Select 2)

    • Is autoimmune with T-Cell involvement

    • CNS axons are destroyed

    • A symptom is a shock like sensation when the patient flexes their neck (Lhermitte's sign)

    • Grey matter in the CNS is selectively destroyed, but not in the PNS.

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Is autoimmune with T-Cell involvement
    A. A symptom is a shock like sensation when the patient flexes their neck (Lhermitte's sign)
    Explanation
    White matter of CNS is destroyed. CNS myelin is destroyed, axons are generally left alone.

    Rate this question:

  • 5. 

    The most common primary brain tumor of adults is

    • Atrocytoma

    • Meningioma

    • Pituitary adenoma

    • Craniopharyngioma

    Correct Answer
    A. Atrocytoma
    Explanation
    Astrocytoma is the most common primary brain tumor in adults. It originates from astrocytes, which are star-shaped cells that support and nourish neurons in the brain. Astrocytomas are classified into different grades based on their aggressiveness, with grade IV astrocytoma, also known as glioblastoma, being the most malignant. These tumors can cause a variety of symptoms depending on their location and size, such as headaches, seizures, and neurological deficits. Treatment options for astrocytoma include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, although the prognosis for this type of tumor can vary widely depending on the grade and individual factors.

    Rate this question:

  • 6. 

    Chloroquine use is associated with which type of disease?

    • Myasthenia Gravis

    • Parkinson's disease

    • Muscular dystrophy

    • CIPD

    Correct Answer
    A. Myasthenia Gravis
    Explanation
    Chloroquine is an antibiotic associated with MG. Seem's nitpicky but I have a feeling she'll ask it.. she harped on it.

    Rate this question:

  • 7. 

    Alzheimer's disease (Select 2)

    • Is associated with destruction of dopaminergic neurons

    • Shows Beta-amyloid plaques, Lewis bodies, and neurofibrillary tangles

    • Will initially show loss of long term memory

    • Can be treated by blocking the action of Cholinesterase

    • Can be treated by activating the NMDA receptor

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Shows Beta-amyloid plaques, Lewis bodies, and neurofibrillary tangles
    A. Can be treated by blocking the action of Cholinesterase
    Explanation
    Is associated with a destruction in cholinergic neurons, not dopaminergic. Will initially show loss of short term memory. Overactivation of NMDA receptor is part of the problem, so we need an NMDA antagonist, not agonist.

    Rate this question:

  • 8. 

    A Tensilon test is used to help in the diagnosis of which disease and why? (Select 2)

    • Myasthenia Gravis

    • Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

    • Guillan-Barre Syndrome

    • It will temporarily increase the amount of acetylcholine available and show temporary decreased clinical symptoms

    • It will temporarily activate the AchE enzyme and temporarily decrease the clinical symptoms of the disease

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Myasthenia Gravis
    A. It will temporarily increase the amount of acetylcholine available and show temporary decreased clinical symptoms
    Explanation
    A Tensilon test is used to help in the diagnosis of Myasthenia Gravis because it temporarily increases the amount of acetylcholine available, which is necessary for muscle contraction. In Myasthenia Gravis, there is a deficiency of acetylcholine receptors, leading to muscle weakness and fatigue. By temporarily increasing the amount of acetylcholine, the test can show a temporary decrease in clinical symptoms, confirming the diagnosis of Myasthenia Gravis.

    Rate this question:

  • 9. 

    In Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (Select 2)

    • There is an absence of dystrophin

    • The defective gene is the PIG-A gene on the X chromosome

    • There is a decreased production of dystrophin

    • It is caused by an increase in acetylcholine receptor destruction at the NMJ

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. There is an absence of dystrophin
    A. The defective gene is the PIG-A gene on the X chromosome
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that there is an absence of dystrophin and the defective gene is the PIG-A gene on the X chromosome. Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy is a genetic disorder characterized by the absence of dystrophin, a protein that helps maintain the structure and function of muscle fibers. The PIG-A gene on the X chromosome is responsible for producing a protein involved in the production of dystrophin. Mutations in this gene can lead to a defective or absent dystrophin protein, resulting in the symptoms seen in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

    Rate this question:

Quiz Review Timeline (Updated): Mar 21, 2023 +

Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.

  • Current Version
  • Mar 21, 2023
    Quiz Edited by
    ProProfs Editorial Team
  • Nov 22, 2016
    Quiz Created by
    Eddy Sidra
Back to Top Back to top
Advertisement
×

Wait!
Here's an interesting quiz for you.

We have other quizzes matching your interest.