Author Question: A group of ski patrollers have invited you to join their team on a bike ride to raise money for ... (Read 54 times)

jerry coleman · **on:** Jul 2, 2018

A group of ski patrollers have invited you to join their team on a bike ride to raise money for multiple sclerosis (MS) research. You recall learning about MS in your OEC class, but you ask your friend to remind you of some of the key features of this condition. Which of the following statements made by your friend would be most accurate?

a. The progression of MS is a continuous gradual loss of sensory and motor function.
b. MS does not affect mental capacity and memory.
c. MS is a progressive disease that causes degeneration of both central and peripheral nerves.
d. Speech and mood are generally not affected by MS.

Question 2

You are assessing a 12-year-old boy who was injured while running. The patient's mother tells you that her son has Down syndrome. Based on your training, which of the following statements concerning a Down syndrome athlete is true?

a. They often complain of pain or injury.
b. They have physical and intellectual disabilities that vary widely from one individual to another.
c. You can predict the amount of intellectual disability from the degree of physical changes you observe.
d. You need to approach them carefully because generally they are very unpleasant to deal with.