Disorders of the neuromuscular junction include which of the ...

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Disorders of the neuromuscular junction include which of the following? 1. Lambert-Eaton syndrome 2. Myasthenia gravis 3. Dermatomyositis 4. Tetanus, botulism
 
  a. 1 and 3 only
  b. 1, 2, and 4 only
  c. 3 and 4 only
  d. 2, 3, and 4 only

Question 2

Which of the following is not a clinical condition that precipitates respiratory failure rapidly in patients with significant neuromuscular weakness?
 
  a. Pulmonary edema
  b. Pneumonia
  c. Mucus plugging
  d. Pulmonary fibrosis

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Disorders of the neuromuscular junction include myasthenia gravis, Lambert-Eaton syndrome, and poisoning (organophosphate, tetanus, and botulism).

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Pulmonary edema, pneumonia, and mucus plugging are examples of clinical conditions that can precipitate respiratory failure rapidly in patients with significant neuromuscular weakness.