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Question 1 of 5

The posterior column transmits which of the following

A. Afferent pain and temperature

B. Afferent tendon stretch impulses

C. Motor tracts

D. ?

Correct Answer: Afferent tendon stretch impulses

Question 2 of 5

The neuron processes that normally receives incoming stimuli are called:

A. axons

B. dendrites

C. neurolemmas

D. Schwann cells

Correct Answer: dendrites

Question 3 of 5

Regarding retinal metabolism:

A. insulin is essential for the uptake of glucose by the retina

B. anaerobic metabolism predominates

C. the pigment retinal epithelium stores glycogen and supplies the need of the retina

D. the demand of oxygen is met entirely by the central retinal artery

Correct Answer: anaerobic metabolism predominates

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following describes the pathophysiology of Parkinson disease?

A. Multiple foci of nerve degeneration throughout brain and spinal cord

B. Decreased secretion of acetylcholine at myoneural junctions

C. Atrophy of voluntary muscles

D. Destruction of nerve cells of the basal ganglia of the brain

Correct Answer: Destruction of nerve cells of the basal ganglia of the brain

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following is not a realistic outcome to establish with a client who has multiple sclerosis (MS)? The client will develop:

A. Joint mobility

B. Muscle strength

C. Cognition

D. Mood elevation

Correct Answer: Muscle strength

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