Sally, 33, has a family history of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. She presents with high-arched feet and hammer toes. Genetic testing reveals PMP22 gene duplication.

Physical therapy

Custom orthotic devices

Corticosteroid injections

Occupational therapy

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,B

A.   Physical therapy can help improve muscle strength, mobility, and balance in individuals with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.
B.   Custom orthotic devices can help support Sally's feet, improve gait, and alleviate foot deformities associated with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.

C.   Corticosteroid injections are not typically used to treat the symptoms of Charcot- Marie-Tooth disease.
D.   Occupational therapy may be beneficial for some aspects of daily living but may not directly address the symptoms of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. A urine output of 300 ml/hr and low specific gravity are not indicative of normal renal function.
B. Diabetes insipidus is characterized by excessive urine output (polyuria) with low urine specific gravity.
C. Acute kidney injury would typically present with oliguria (decreased urine output) or anuria (absence of urine output).
D. Urinary tract infection would typically present with other signs such as dysuria, urgency, and possibly fever, but not necessarily altered urine output and specific gravity.

A. Mucociliary clearance system B. Chemoreceptors response to changes in PaCO2 C. Reflex bronchoconstriction D. Filtration of air

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. While impaired mucociliary clearance can contribute to respiratory symptoms in COPD, it is not directly reflected in the PaCO2 level.
B. In COPD, the respiratory drive can be blunted, leading to inadequate response to elevated PaCO2 levels by the chemoreceptors.
C. Reflex bronchoconstriction may occur in response to various stimuli but is not directly related to the PaCO2 level.
D. Filtration of air primarily refers to the removal of particulate matter and pathogens by the respiratory system and is not directly related to PaCO2 levels.

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Sally, 33, has a family history of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. She presents with high-arched feet and hammer toes. Genetic testing reveals PMP22 gene duplication.

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