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Question 1

Different procedures may be performed that can significantly improve the outcomes and reduce long-term disability after a stroke. Which type of procedure will block blood flow to an aneurysm?

Answer 1

coiling

Question 2

While some stroke signs are the same in women and men, some are more common in women, including:

Are 3

Answer 2

a. Hiccups
b. Hallucinations
c. Nausea and vomiting
Correctd. All of the above

Question 3

It is important to treat the underlying causes of stroke including heart disease, high blood pressure, atrial fibrillation, high cholesterol, and diabetes. Recurrent stroke is common. What percentage of people will have a second stroke within five years of their first?

Answer 3

25%

Question 4

Which is the least common classification of ALS?

Answer 4

Primary Lateral Sclerosis

Question 5

What is dysphagia?

Answer 5

Difficulty swallowing

Question 6

Although the life expectancy varies from patient to patient, from the time of diagnosis, what is the average life expectancy for a person with ALS?

Answer 6

2-5 years

Question 7

As the Parkinson’s disease worsens, it may become difficult to walk, talk, and complete simple tasks, and non-motor symptoms begin to manifest, NOT including

Answer 7

Diarrhea

Question 8

A balanced diet full of fruits and vegetables promotes health and well-being for everyone. An important part of a healthy diet is eating foods with antioxidants, which includes:

Are 3

Answer 8

Coffee
b. Vegetables
c. Red wine
Correctd. All of the above

Question 9

Parkinson’s is a progressive disease, which means symptoms typically worsen over time. Several staging systems exist that divide symptoms into stages. According to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation which stage characterizes that the patient may be bedridden and experience hallucinations?

Answer 9

stage 5

Question 10

What are neurotransmitters?

Answer 10

Chemical messengers

Question 11

When may an ophthalmologist suggest having eye surgery to remove a cataract?

Answer 11

When it prevents the diagnosis or treatment of another eye problem such as diabetic retinopathy or macular degeneration

Question 12

There are different types of cataracts and the names are based on the location in the lens that they develop. Does the type of cataract make a difference in the symptoms?

Answer 12

Yes, the type of cataract a person has will affect exactly which symptoms they will have and how soon they will occur.

Question 13

There are a variety of different intraocular lens types available for implantation. Which lens type is the most common implanted?

Answer 13

Monofocal lens

Question 14

There are different forms of depression, each slightly different and may develop under unique circumstances. An individual that feels depressed for extended amount of time, two or more years may have which of the following conditions?

Answer 14

Dysthymia

Question 15

While depression can develop at any age, when is the most common time of onset?

Answer 15

Ages 20-30, young adults

Question 16

Substance abuse and dependence are caused by a multitude of factors, including genetic vulnerability, environmental stressors, social pressures, individual personality characteristics, and psychiatric problems. What percent of genetics accounts for a person’s risk in developing this disorder?

Answer 16

40 to 60 percent

Question 17

To better understand schizophrenia, symptoms are grouped under categories. If a person was experiencing trouble processing information and using it to make decisions or difficulty organizing their thoughts, what category of symptoms would that be classified under?

Answer 17

Cognitive symptoms

Question 18

To better understand schizophrenia, symptoms are grouped under categories. If a person was having an increase in unusual thoughts and sleep problems, what category of symptoms would that be classified under?

Answer 18

Early symptoms