NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

PATHOLOGY AND GENETICS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Oscillatory movement during voluntary motion; increases as the limb nears target; diminishes or absent at rest
A
Tremor Intention (kinetic)
B
Tremor
C
Tremor Postural (static)
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Tremor is defined as a rhythmical, involuntary oscillatory movement of a body part that is produced by alternating contractions of reciprocally innervated muscles.

Detailed explanation-2: -Intention tremors occur when a person makes a direct and purposeful body movement. Resting tremors occur when a person is relaxed . People with Parkinson’s disease do not usually experience intention tremors. However, they do commonly experience resting tremors.

Detailed explanation-3: -Neurologic disorders, including multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, and traumatic brain injury. Certain medicines, such as asthma medicines, amphetamines, caffeine, corticosteroids, and medicines used for certain psychiatric and neurological disorders. Alcohol use disorder or alcohol withdrawal.

Detailed explanation-4: -Overactive thyroid. Thyroid proteins affect nerve activity and too much protein can cause tremors and other symptoms. Liver or kidney failure. Low blood sugar. Stress, anxiety, heightened emotions, or panic.

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