How long do symptoms need to be present consecutively before an exacerbation (relapse) of the patient’s condition is determined?

Paralysis and the cardinal symptoms of intention tremor, scanning speech, and nystagmus are the clinical and pathological characteristics of Multiple Sclerosis, and is known as Charcot’s triad. 

You are asked to implement an exercise group at your clinic for those patients with stable Multiple Sclerosis.  Which of the following plans is most appropriate for ensuring success with attendance and progress? 

Based on the epidemiology of MS, which of the following is LEAST likely to develop Multiple Sclerosis?

Your patient with Multiple Sclerosis has been evaluated by the PT, who notes proprioceptive sensory loss.  Which of the following interventions is NOT an effective tool to facilitate improved movement awareness due to sensory loss?

Which of the following statements is TRUE about Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease?

Refer to image QParents bring their 6-year-old son into your office. They report that they recently immigrated to the U.S. from Guatemala. About 3 days ago their son developed a fever, cough and upper respiratory infection. Last night a rash began on his face and this morning has moved down to his chest. You examine the patient and notice that he is fatigued and irritable and that his nose and eyes seem to run continuously; You look inside his mouth and notice tiny white-blue papules on his buccal mucosa. What is your diagnosis?Refer to image Q

Which of the following chronic, systemic infections is known to occasionally occur from the process of tattooing?

See figure AThis woman presents with an acute rash that has erupted on her abdomen, buttocks and thighs. She says her main complaint is that the rash is very itchy, especially in the areas of her striae distensae (stretch marks) on her abdomen. She reports that this is her first pregnancy, and that she is having twins. Physical exam reveals coalescing erythematous papules and plaques over her abdomen, thighs and buttocks. What is the most likely diagnosis?See figure A

Refer to image VThis patient has chronic dry and greasy scale on the scalp, ears and eyebrows. The scale on her scalp causes dandruff. Treatment so far has focused on anti-inflammatory and regulation of the stratum corneum. What treatment segment has been missing?Refer to image V