Motor end plate conditions Flashcards

1
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Myasthenia gravis

A

decreased ACH receptor sites at junction
antibodies bind to receptors
sustained muscle contraction

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Signs of MG

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ptosis
diplopia
facial and neck weakness
dysarthria/dysphagia
weak grip
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3
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Guidelines for exercise

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HR should not elevate above 30 bpm from rest
no SOB
sx shouldn't be worse 
shouldn't be tired 2 hrs after
shouldn't have soreness
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