Quiz Module 7: NUR2063 / NUR
2063 (Latest Update )
Essentials of Pathophysiology |
Questions & Answers | 100%
Correct | Grade A - Rasmussen
Question:
What is Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) ?
Answer:
Temporary episode of impaired neurologic functioning caused by inadequate
blood flow to a portion of the brain. Often called " Mini strokes "
Question:
What is the most common feature for someone who has Frontotemporal Lobe
Dementia (FTD)?
Answer:
Extreme changes in behavior and personality
,Question:
Clinical manifestations of AIDS Dementia Complex
Answer:
Encephalitis
Behavioral changes
Gradual decline in cognitive function (e.g., trouble with concentration,
memory , and attention).
Question:
Why do Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA) occur?
Answer:
Can occur because of a Cerebral artery occlusion ( e.g., atherosclerosis or
spasms), or Cerebral artery injury ( e.g., inflammation or hypertension).
Question:
When does AIDS Dementia Complex occur and how do people with this
disease present?
Answer:
Occurs in the late stages of AIDS. People with AIDS dementia complex also
show progressive slowing of motor function with a loss of dexterity and
coordination.
, Question:
Risk factors for Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA) ?
Answer:
Migraines
Smoking
Diabetes Mellitus
Advancing age
Inadequate nutrition
hypercholesterolemia
Oral contraceptive usage
Excessive alcohol consumption
Illicit drug use
Question:
What is AIDS dementia complex?
Answer:
When HIV invades brain tissue, its effects may be exacerbated by the other
infections and tumors that are frequently associated with AIDS
2063 (Latest Update )
Essentials of Pathophysiology |
Questions & Answers | 100%
Correct | Grade A - Rasmussen
Question:
What is Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) ?
Answer:
Temporary episode of impaired neurologic functioning caused by inadequate
blood flow to a portion of the brain. Often called " Mini strokes "
Question:
What is the most common feature for someone who has Frontotemporal Lobe
Dementia (FTD)?
Answer:
Extreme changes in behavior and personality
,Question:
Clinical manifestations of AIDS Dementia Complex
Answer:
Encephalitis
Behavioral changes
Gradual decline in cognitive function (e.g., trouble with concentration,
memory , and attention).
Question:
Why do Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA) occur?
Answer:
Can occur because of a Cerebral artery occlusion ( e.g., atherosclerosis or
spasms), or Cerebral artery injury ( e.g., inflammation or hypertension).
Question:
When does AIDS Dementia Complex occur and how do people with this
disease present?
Answer:
Occurs in the late stages of AIDS. People with AIDS dementia complex also
show progressive slowing of motor function with a loss of dexterity and
coordination.
, Question:
Risk factors for Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA) ?
Answer:
Migraines
Smoking
Diabetes Mellitus
Advancing age
Inadequate nutrition
hypercholesterolemia
Oral contraceptive usage
Excessive alcohol consumption
Illicit drug use
Question:
What is AIDS dementia complex?
Answer:
When HIV invades brain tissue, its effects may be exacerbated by the other
infections and tumors that are frequently associated with AIDS
