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NR 507-Advanced Pathophysiology Week 7 Quiz- Version 2-with 100% verified answers-2022

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What pathologic alteration produces tremors at rest, rigidity, akinesia, and postural abnormalities? Correct Answer Atrophy of neurons in the substantia nigra that produce dopamine Atrophy of... neurons in the hypothalamus that produce acetylcholine Atrophy of neurons in the putamen that produce gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) Atrophy of neurons in the caudate that produce serotonin The hallmark characteristics of Parkinson disease are a result of a loss of dopaminergic pigmented neurons in the substantia nigra (SN) pars compacta with dopaminergic deficiency in the putamen portion of the striatum (the striatum includes the putamen and caudate nucleus). With receptive dysphasia (fluent), the individual is able to respond in writing, but not in speech. comprehend speech, but not respond verbally. respond verbally, but not comprehend speech. speak back, but not comprehend speech. Receptive dysphasia may result in expressive deficits. Which disease process is infratentorial? Cerebellar neoplasm Parkinson disease Encephalitis Cerebral neoplasm CONTINUED..... [Show More]

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