Myasthenia Gravis

Question 1

True or False? Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease that results in extreme fatigue and muscle weakness.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

What is the malfunction in the body?

Answer 2

Body produces antibodies that block acetylcholine receptors

Question 3

Is there a cure for myasthenia gravis

Answer 3

No

Question 4

What are the signs and symptoms?

Answer 4

Difficulty talking, chewing, weak eye muscles, visual disturbances, unsteady gait

Question 5

Do the symptoms of myasthenia gravis worsen with activity?

Answer 5

Yes, they do

Question 6

The _____ test is performed to diagnosis myasthenia Gravis

Answer 6

Tensilon

Question 7

If the clients muscle strength is increased, the test is ______ for myasthenia gravis

Answer 7

Positive

Question 8

What medication will be given?

Answer 8

Anticholinesterase/ Plasmapheresis

Question 9

What would the you teach at a myasthenia gravis conference?

Answer 9

Take meds 30 minutes before eating, cough/deep breaths, exercise, conserve energy by doing multiple short stacks. Try to decrease stress, infections, and unhealthy habits