1. Use the Case Study Workbook to review
components of the nervous system.
a. Define three basic functions of
the nervous system.
b. Differentiate between the two
main subdivisions of the nervous system.
List components of each. Define
which subdivision is affected by multiple
sclerosis.
c. Describe the function of a
neuron.
d. List three different parts of a
typical neuron.
e. Describe the function of the
myelin sheath.
f. List two neuroglia that produce
myelin and define in which subdivision of
the nervous system each is found.
2. Describe the function of a myelin
sheath. Describe how multiple sclerosis
affects the myelin sheath.
3. Define multiple sclerosis. Include in
your definition a description of Relapsing Remitting MS
and Primary-Progressive MS.
4. List common symptoms of MS.
5. Diagnostic Testing.
A. Define the principle behind each
of the following diagnostic tests described in the
case study. Describe how MS may adversely affect
results of each test:
a. Visual fields
b. Visual acuity
c. Cat scan
d. MRI
e. Evoked potential
f. Lumbar puncture
B. Of the above diagnostic tests, list
the three commonly used to diagnose MS.
C. Describe why MS is often a difficult
disease to diagnose.
6. Define common treatments for MS and
their effect on the disease. Compare the treatment of MS with steroids to the
treatment of MS with beta interferons.
7. Health Professionals.
A. Describe the roles of the
following health care providers in the diagnosing
and care of a patient with MS: ophthalmologist,
neurologist, radiologist, radiological technician,
clinical laboratory scientist, and home health
nurse.
B. Discuss in terms of job hours,
flexibility, and services provided the differences
in the roles of a home health nurse from a clinical
nurse working in a hospital setting in terms of:
1. flexibility
2. job hours
3. services provided
