ALS

Question 1

stage 1

Answer 1

Early disease, mild focal weakness, asymmetrical distribution of LMN signs such as hand cramping and fasciculations

Question 2

stage 2

Answer 2

Moderate weakness in groups of muscles, some atrophy, Modified Assist. w/ AD

Question 3

stage 3

Answer 3

Severe weakness of specific muscles, increase fatigue, mild-mod functional limitations, Ambulatory w/ AD

Question 4

stage 4

Answer 4

Severe weakness & atrophy of LEs, mild weakness of UEs, Moderate Assistance; AD required; wheelchair user

Question 5

stage 5

Answer 5

Progressive weakness with deterioration of mobility & endurance, increased fatigue, mod to severe weakness of limbs and trunk, spasticity, hyperreflexia, loss of head control, Maximal assist

Question 6

stage 6

Answer 6

Progressive respiratory distress, dependent ADL, FMS, BEDRIDDEN