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G124/ENC11 Rasmussen Module 8 CNS Movement Disorders Case Study Questions

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RUNNING HEAD: Case Study 4 Case Study 4 David Lopez Rasmussen College Module 08 Case Study: CNS Movement Disorders Case Study 4 2 Part I—"Harry" Questions 1. What condition or conditions (disease/diseases) could Harry have as described in this case? Which one would be your primary diagnosis? In a very general explanation, describe this condition/disease. (1 point) I think Harry could have MS or ALS. Ultimately, I think he has ALS. ALS affects the upper and lower motor neurons that has to due with voluntary muscle control. 2. Which patient findings/observations lead you to your primary diagnosis? How do they relate to the primary diagnosis? (1 point) Harry’s general weakness and slurred speech lead me to this diagnosis. Also, when he was positive in the Babinski reflex exam. 3. How does this condition (pathophysiology) affect the body and lead to the observable symptoms and dysfunction? Be specific in the areas of the CNS it affects. (1 point) ALS affects the motor neurons causing the impulses to not reach muscle fibers which causes the muscles to weaken and become smaller. Observable symptoms include slurred speech, weakness in extremities and swallowing or breathing. 4. What treatment options are available for this condition? (1 point) Medications and therapy can be prescribed for ALS. Riluzole(rilutek) is the only medication approved by the FDA to ALS. It reduces the level of glutamate in the body. Speech therapy and Occupational therapy are some of the therapie ...
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