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Understanding and Managing Common Muscular Dystrophies

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1.  What causes Becker and Duchenne muscular dystrophy? Increased production of dystrophin Mutated gene on the X chromosome Increased protective protein production Y chromosome deletion

2.  Duchenne muscular dystrophy... Rarely affects females Begins at birth Progressive weakness starting in the pelvic girdle All of the above

3.  Which spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) type is also called Kugelberg-Welander disease? SMA Type I SMA Type II SMA Type III SMA Type IV

4.  A piece of medical equipment often used by clients with MD is... BiPap Ventilator PEG All of the above

5.  Which of the following is NOT a treatment idea to help someone with MD feed themselves? Built-up utensils Mobile arm support Stand during all meal prep Use smaller containers