Hemiballismus Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What is expressive aphasia? Broca's Aphasia L Frontal Lobe Damage What is Agraphia? Loss of writing skills. Broca's area, L frontal lobe. What does damage to the Parietal Lobe result in? Impaired proprioception, kinesthesia. Primary sensory area. What is agnosia? Inability to recognize familiar objects. Parietal damage. What is asterognosis? The inability to tell what an object is by feel. Parietal damage. What is unilateral neglect? Pts don't rec...

hypokinetic disorder correct answers a brain-based motor system disorder characterized by difficulty initiating movements decreased amt of speed of voluntary movements muscle tremors at rest general muscular rigidity (Parkinson's dz) akinesia correct answers absence or loss of power of voluntary movement d/t extrapyramidal disorder (Parkinson's dz) bradykinesia correct answers a decrease in spontaneity and movement. One of the features of extrapyramidal disorder (Parkinson's dz) T...

Neurological Conditions Quizzes (Exam 1) 1. Why might a physical therapist want to examine sensory function prior to motor function? A) The sensory exam takes less time and therefore it is the most time-efficient way to perform the exam. B) The sensory exam does not cause any discomfort and therefore the patient can stay alert for the motor exam. C) The sensory system is more sensitive to fatigue and should be examined before the patient becomes fatigued. D) The sensory system influ...

SCRN study guide: anatomy and physiology Questions and Answers 2023 What percentage of the body's oxygen supply and cardiac output does the brain use? The brain uses 20% of the body's oxygen suppy and 15% of the body's cardiac output. *brain cells do not store oxygen or glucose. The need a constant suppy of micronutrients from arterial blood. What is the normal blood flow to cerebral tissue? When does electrical failure occur? Normal blood flow to the brain is 50-55ml/100/min elec...

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