chapter 59 (exam 3) Flashcards
1
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when can acute neurological disorders be caused?
A
when one or more neurons are injured by trauma or biologic assault or when blood flow to brain is diminished
2
Q
these are a result of progressive destruction of nerve cells
A
degenerative disorders
3
Q
paralysis of the facial muscles innervated by the facial or seventh cranial nerve
A
bells palsy
4
Q
what are the various agents possible leading to the cause of bellspalsy?
A
bacterial and viral infections, particularly herpes simplex..
injury, trauma from tooth removal or oral surgery such as removal of tumor in the parotid gland area
5
Q
when a patient has parkinsons disease, when can tremors be reduced or stopped?
A
when doing a purposeful action such as toothbrushing
