Author Question: Your assessment of a child age 5, who is believed to have Duchenne muscular dystrophy, would most ... (Read 78 times)

BRWH · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Your assessment of a child age 5, who is believed to have Duchenne muscular dystrophy, would most likely reveal which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

a. Muscle atrophy and contractures d. Delayed walking
b. Progressive muscle weakening e. Severe anemia
c. Mental retardation f. Inability to run

Question 2

The uterine ligaments support and stabilize the various reproductive organs. Which of the following are true statements about the individual ligaments? Select all that apply.

1. The infundibulopelvic ligaments suspend and support the uterus.
2. The broad ligament keeps the uterus centrally placed.
3. The uterosacral ligaments contribute to the pain of dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation).
4. The ovarian ligaments anchor the ovary to the uterus.
5. The cardinal ligaments prevent uterine prolapse and support the upper vagina.
Correct

jordangronback · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, B, D, F
Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) results in progressive muscle weakening, atrophy, and contractures, beginning in early childhood. The age of onset is less than 5 years and the disease is characterized by delayed walking. A pseudo-hypertrophy of the calf (in which muscle is replaced by adipose tissue) may mask the disease to the inexperienced clinician. Affected children are usually unable to run.

Answer to Question 2

2; 3; 4; 5
Rationale:
1. The infundibulopelvic ligaments suspend and support the ovaries, not the uterus.
2. The broad ligament keeps the uterus centrally placed.
3. The uterosacral ligaments contribute to the pain of dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation).
4. The ovarian ligaments anchor the ovary to the uterus.
5. The cardinal ligaments prevent uterine prolapse and support the upper vagina.