Multiple Sclerosis and ALS

Question 1

Multiple Sclerosis is characterized by?

Answer 1

Chronic Autoimmune disorder and periods of exacerbation

Question 2

What does MS cause?

Answer 2

Demyelination of the nerves resulting in muscle weakness and fatigue

Question 3

What is the diagnostic for MS?

Answer 3

MRI

Question 4

How is Betaseron taken?

Answer 4

subq qod (every other day)

Question 5

How is Rebif taken?

Answer 5

subq weekly

Question 6

How is Novantrone taken?

Answer 6

IV every 3 months X 24 months

Question 7

What drug would be given during an exacerbation of MS?

Answer 7

Solu-Medrol- a steriod

Question 8

What is a major factor for exacerbations?

Answer 8

extreme heat and cold

Question 9

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis is described as a ?

Answer 9

a progressive and degenerative disease that involves the motor system

Question 10

A pt asks you “Will I be cured of ALS” How to you reply?

Answer 10

There is no cure for ALS, your treatment will included maximizing your quality of life.

Question 11

ALS S&S are?

Answer 11

Fatigue, Dysphagia, Weakness

Question 12

ALS priority intervention is?

Answer 12

Respiratory function

Question 13

Medication for ALS?

Answer 13

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