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Neuromuscular Disease Review/ Management, in partnership with Midwestern State University

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1.  What is an example of a neuromuscular disorder?
  1. Kawasaki disease
  2. Polymyositis
  3. Cystic fibrosis
  4. Pulmonary embolism
2.  What treatment may help improve the quality of life of a patient with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)?
  1. Implementing high impact exercises
  2. Ventilation support and airway clearance
  3. Insurance denial of adaptive equipment
  4. Inaccessible alternative method of communication
3.  What respiratory treatments are available for neuromuscular disease management?
  1. Cough Assist
  2. Pulmonary rehab
  3. Lung expansion
  4. All of the above
4.  Effective rehabilitation requires intervention from multidisciplinary team members, such as:
  1. Respiratory therapists and physical therapists
  2. Cases managers
  3. Social workers
  4. Counselors
5.  Improved respiratory function is directly linked to:
  1. Muscle strength and physical endurance
  2. Communication and cognition
  3. Diaphragm strength and stretching exercises
  4. Physical endurance and protective cough reflex

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