NRSG 3200 Unit 10 Myasthenia Gravis updated 2022

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Myasthenia Gravis - ANSWER An autoimmune disorder affecting the myoneural junction; characterized by varying degrees of weakness of the voluntary muscles. In myasthenia gravis, antibodies directed ... at the _____ receptor sites impair transmission of impulses across the myoneural junction. Therefore, fewer receptors are available for stimulation, resulting in ______. - ANSWER acetylcholine; voluntary muscle weakness. Of people with myasthenia gravis, ____ have either thymic hyperplasia or a thymic tumor, and the thymus gland is believed to be the site of antibody production. - ANSWER 75% S/S of Myasthenia Gravis - ANSWER Diplopia Ptosis Altered speaking Difficulty swallowing Problems chewing Limited facial expressions Generalized weakness [Show More]

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