What is the sign of cerebellar ataxia that includes postural instability and a staggering, festinating gait?
CEREBELLAR ATAXIA

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Cerebral palsy
Peripheral neuropathy
Parkinson's disease
Truncal ataxia
Answer explanation
Truncal ataxia is the sign of cerebellar ataxia that includes postural instability and a staggering, festinating gait.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the most common cause of cerebellar ataxia?
Genetic mutations
Brain injury
Viral infection
Autoimmune response
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which part of the brain is primarily affected in cerebellar ataxia?
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Brainstem
Frontal lobe
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the potential complications of untreated cerebellar ataxia?
Increased risk of heart disease
Development of seizures
Progressive loss of coordination and balance
Improved cognitive function
Answer explanation
Untreated cerebellar ataxia can lead to progressive loss of coordination and balance, highlighting the correct choice.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main symptom of cerebellar ataxia that involves difficulty with speech and swallowing?
Dysarthria
Dysphagia
Dystonia
Diplopia
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the term used to describe the involuntary, rhythmic, back-and-forth movement of the eyes seen in cerebellar ataxia?
Nystagmus
Strabismus
Anisocoria
Mydriasis
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of the cerebellum in the context of cerebellar ataxia?
Regulation of body temperature
Coordination of voluntary movements
Production of hormones
Memory storage
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