NR 507 EDAPT DEMYELINATING DISEASES QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS

NR 507 EDAPT DEMYELINATING DISEASES QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS Which of the following statements best describes the function of the myelin sheath of a neuron? a Covers the axon and allows for rapid impulse conduction b Slows nerve conduction for more accurate impulse control c Promotes neurotransmitter movement across the synaptic cleft d Covers the dendrites and protects the nerve from damage - ANS-a Saltatory conduction refers to the movement of the nerve impulse across the _______, making the nerve impulse ________ - ANS-nodes of ranvier; faster Which of the following is the most likely cause of multiple sclerosis (MS)? An environmental or chemical toxin A traumatic brain injury An autoimmune response A post-viral response to infection - ANS-autoimmune response Order the pathophysiologic processes for multiple sclerosis (MS) from first to last (earliest to latest). - ANS-Inflammation Demyelination Gliosis Neurodegeneration Maxwell Boersma (pronouns he/him/his), 35 years old, presents with complaints of various neurological symptoms that have been occurring intermittently over the past six months. Maxwell's health history is unremarkable, and he denies any recent injuries or infections. Which findings should cause the nurse practitioner (NP) to suspect multiple sclerosis (MS)? Select all that apply CONTINUES...