Question 1

Seizures and seizure patterns may change as the child grows and develops.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

What causes the deficits found in children with phenylketonuria (PKU)?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are unable to synthesize melanin,thyroxine and catecholamines. 
B)  They are unable to synthesize renin,erythropoietin and antidiuretic hormone. 
C)  They are unable to synthesize aldosterone,cortisol and androgens. 
D)  They are unable to synthesize neurotransmitters gamma aminobutyric acid (GAB
A) and acetylcholine. 
A)  They are unable to synthesize melanin,thyroxine and catecholamines. 
B)  They are unable to synthesize renin,erythropoietin and antidiuretic hormone. 
C)  They are unable to synthesize aldosterone,cortisol and androgens. 
D)  They are unable to synthesize neurotransmitters gamma aminobutyric acid (GAB
A) and acetylcholine.

Question 3

What is the most common cause of hydrocephalus in infants?

Accepted Answer

A)  Obstructed arachnoid villi 
B)  Stenosis of the aqueduct of Sylvius 
C)  Excessive production of cerebrospinal fluid 
D)  Impaired cerebrospinal fluid circulation in the subarachnoid space 
A)  Obstructed arachnoid villi 
B)  Stenosis of the aqueduct of Sylvius 
C)  Excessive production of cerebrospinal fluid 
D)  Impaired cerebrospinal fluid circulation in the subarachnoid space

Question 4

The test done on amniotic fluid and maternal blood to test for neural tube defect is the:

Accepted Answer

A)  total protein. 
B)  culture. 
C)  -fetoprotein. 
D)  C reactive protein. 
A)  total protein. 
B)  culture. 
C)  -fetoprotein. 
D)  C reactive protein.

Question 5

Spina bifida occulta occurs in 10% to 25% of infants.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

\How does increased lead absorption in children cause anemia?

Accepted Answer

A)  By lysing erythrocytes 
B)  By impairing the absorption of vitamin B12 
C)  By impairing the absorption of folic acid 
D)  By impairing the absorption of iron 
A)  By lysing erythrocytes 
B)  By impairing the absorption of vitamin B12 
C)  By impairing the absorption of folic acid 
D)  By impairing the absorption of iron

Question 7

Match the descriptions with the corresponding terms.
-Seizures,loss of deep tendon reflexes,respiratory arrest

Accepted Answer

A) Reye syndrome,stage I 
B) Reye syndrome,stage II 
C) Reye syndrome,stage III 
D) Reye syndrome,stage IV 
E) Reye syndrome,stage V 
A) Reye syndrome,stage I 
B) Reye syndrome,stage II 
C) Reye syndrome,stage III 
D) Reye syndrome,stage IV 
E) Reye syndrome,stage V

Question 8

_____ is a hernial protrusion of a saclike cyst (containing meninges,spinal fluid,and a portion of the spinal cord with its nerves)through a defect in the posterior arch of a vertebra.

Accepted Answer

A)  Encephalocele 
B)  Meningocele 
C)  Spina bifida occulta 
D)  Myelomeningocele 
A)  Encephalocele 
B)  Meningocele 
C)  Spina bifida occulta 
D)  Myelomeningocele

Exam 19: Alterations of Neurologic Function in Children

Seizures and seizure patterns may change as the child grows and develops.

What causes the deficits found in children with phenylketonuria (PKU)?

What is the most common cause of hydrocephalus in infants?

The test done on amniotic fluid and maternal blood to test for neural tube defect is the:

Spina bifida occulta occurs in 10% to 25% of infants.

\How does increased lead absorption in children cause anemia?

Match the descriptions with the corresponding terms. -Seizures,loss of deep tendon reflexes,respiratory arrest

_____ is a hernial protrusion of a saclike cyst (containing meninges,spinal fluid,and a portion of the spinal cord with its nerves)through a defect in the posterior arch of a vertebra.

Cellular Biology

Altered Cellular and Tissue Biology

The Cellular Environment

Genes and Genetic Diseases

Genes, Environment-Lifestyle, and Common Diseases

Innate Immunity Including Inflammation

Adaptive Immunity

Alterations in Immunity and Inflammation Including Hypersensitivies

Infection Including Hivaids

Stress and Disease

Biology of Cancer

Tumor Invasion and Metastasis

Cancer in Children

Structure and Function of the Neurologic System

Pain, Temperature Regulation, Sleep, and Sensory Function

Concepts of Neurologic Dysfunction

Disorders of Neurologic Function

Neurobiology of Schizophrenia, Mood Disorders, and Anxiety Disorders

Mechanisms of Hormonal Regulation

Alterations of Hormonal Regulation

Structure and Function of the Reproductive Systems

Alterations of the Reproductive Systems

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Structure and Function of the Hematologic System

Alterations of Erythrocyte Function

Alterations in Hematologic Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems

Alterations of Cardiovascular Function

Alterations of Cardiovascular Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Pulmonary System

Alterations of Pulmonary Function

Structure and Function of the Renal and Urologic Systems

Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function

Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Digestive System

Alterations of Digestive Function

Alterations of Digestive Function in Children

Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function

Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function in Children

Structure, Function, and Disorders of the Integument

Alterations of the Integument in Children

Shock, Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome, and Burns in Adults

Shock, Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome, and Burns in Children

Alterations of Leukocyte, Lymphoid, and Hemostatic Function

Alterations of Pulmonary Function in Children

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