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Match the CNS tumor to the type of cell that it originates from:

Which of the following clinical tests is MOST likely to be abnormal in a person with myotonic dystrophy?

A physical therapist established an initial plan of care for a person with functional neurologic disorder of two times per week for four weeks. At the 8th visit, the therapist notes that the patient has made progress in therapy since the initial evaluation, but has not yet met the established goals. Which of the following is MOST indicated?

Which of the following best describes the pathophysiology of myotonic dystrophy?

A 56 year old patient with post polio syndrome is attending physical therapy to address worsened right lower extremity muscle weakness in order to return to weekend hiking and evening walks with their dog. Which of the following would be the BEST intervention for this individual to achieve their goal?

A 45-year-old patient presents with functional gait disorder and functional weakness of the right lower extremity. During gait assessment, the therapist notes intermittent episodes of giveway / collapsing weakness of the right leg during stance phase but no overt losses of balance or near falls. Which intervention best aligns with recommended strategies for treating the patient’s functional gait disorder?

What is the MOST likely diagnosis based on this clinical scenario?

Which of the following brain gliomas is always considered to be grade IV?

Which of the following best describes the underlying pathophysiology of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease?

The Chicago Police Department obtained a warrant to arrest Al Page. The officers assigned to execute the warrant went to Al’s house to execute the warrant. The officers did not knock and announce their presence. Instead the officers approached the door of the house, used a heavy battering ram to break in the door, and entered immediately upon breaking down the door. Inside the front room of the house the police found Al watching what was clearly child pornography. Al immediately turned off the television and stood up. At Al’s trial the child pornography should be: