The patient is a 27-year-old graduate student who was admitted to an acute care facility with a chief complaint of double vision for 2 weeks. She reported that both lower extremities (LEs) seemed weaker recently. Four months earlier, she had noticed persistent tingling of her fingers on the left hand and some numbness on the left side of her face.   Neurological examination showed a scotoma in the upper field of the left eye, weakness of the left medial rectus muscle, horizontal nystagmus on left lateral gaze, and mild weakness of the left central facial muscles. All other muscles had normal strength. The deep tendon reflexes were normal on the right and brisk on the left, and there was a left extensor plantar response. The sensory system was unremarkable.  She ambulates with a wide base of support and mild trunk ataxia.     What is this patient’s most likely diagnosis?  

For individuals with Multiple System Atrophy, which of the following interventions should be a key component for their Home Exercise Program?  

When pairing breathing with movement, exhalation should be paired with which movement?  

Although the exact cause of Alzheimer’s disease remains unknown, which pathological changes are believed to contribute to the neuronal death associated with its characteristic clinical features? (Select all that appy)

A 74-year-old is admitted to the emergency room with a diagnosis of polycythemia vera. What does the nurse recognize as the reason for the client’s symptoms? 

A patient’s wife comes into a clinic where she reports noticing changes in speech and personality of her 45 year old husband, though he denies it. The PT completes a movement screen and notices the patient presents with weakness and rigidity. What type of dementia does this indicate? 

What condition would lead to the development of respiratory alkalosis? 

List at least four (4) of the “6 Ps” symptoms of compartment syndrome.

Which of the following are common clinical manifestations of osteoporosis?

What is a potential consequence of folic acid deficiency during preconception and early stages of pregnancy?