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Homework: Neuromuscular lab Discussion

Homework: Neuromuscular lab Discussion

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For this assessment, complete the Neuromuscular Lab linked in the Resources, under the Capella Multimedia heading. The Neuromuscular Lab focuses on three patients who are getting their yearly physical, including an eye exam and reflex test. It will have you go through the process of conducting the eye exams from an optometrist’s point of view.

At the end of the lab is an assessment. To complete the assessment, fill out the items requested within the lab, and then download your results to your computer. Then submit this lab results file as your assessment. Since all of your work for the assessment is completed within the lab, you are advised to examine the assessment scoring guide prior to completing the lab and downloading your lab results.

SUGGESTED RESOURCES

The following optional resources are provided to support you in completing the assessment or to provide a helpful context. For additional resources, refer to the Research Resources and Supplemental Resources in the left navigation menu of your courseroom. Homework: Neuromuscular lab Discussion

Library Resources

The following e-books or articles from the Capella University Library are linked directly in this course:

  • Gorman, C. (2010, December). The heart-brain connection. Scientific American, 303(6), 36–38.
  • Brooks, A. (2007). Systems of our body. Delhi, IND: Global Media.
    • “Nervous System.”
    • “Cardiovascular System.”
  • Rogers, K. M. A., Scott, W. N, Warner, S., & Willis, B. (2011). Paramedics! Test yourself in anatomy and physiology. Maidenhead, GBR: Open University Press.
    • Chapter 5, “The Nervous System and Special Senses.”
    • Chapter 7, “The Cardiovascular System.”
  • Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. (2002). Lippincott professional guides: Anatomy & physiology (2nd ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Author.
    • Chapter 5, “Nervous System.”
    • Chapter 7, “Cardiovascular System.”
  • Van De Graaff, K. M., & Rhees R. W. (2001). Human anatomy and physiology. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill.
    • Chapter 9, “Nervous Tissue.”
    • Chapter 10, “Central Nervous System.”
    • Pages 79–80 and 85–86 of Chapter 11, “Peripheral and Autonomic Nervous Systems.”
    • Chapter 12, “Sensory Organs.”
    • Chapter 14, “Cardiovascular System: Blood.”
    • Chapter 15, “Cardiovascular System: The Heart.”
    • Chapter 16, “Cardiovascular System: Vessels and Blood.”
Internet Resources

Access the following resources by clicking the links provided. Please note that URLs change frequently. Permissions for the following links have been either granted or deemed appropriate for educational use at the time of course publication.

Bookstore Resources

The resources listed below are relevant to the topics and assessments in this course and are not required. These resources are available from the Capella University Bookstore. When searching the bookstore, be sure to look for the Course ID with the specific –FP (FlexPath) course designation.

  • Ireland, K. A. (2012). Visualizing human biology (4th ed.). Danvers, MA: Wiley.
    • Chapter 7, “The Nervous System.” This chapter explains how your nervous system detects, processes, and responds to information about conditions inside and outside your body, and how your brain acts as the master controller that receives, processes, stores, and retrieves information.
    • Chapter 8, “The Special Senses.” This chapter explains how different types of sensory receptors and nerves detect and convey information to the brain.
    • Chapter 12, “Cardiovascular System.” This chapter explains why homeostasis would be impossible without the pickups and deliveries made by blood, powered by the heart and blood vessels. The chapter delves into how lifestyle can affect the health of your cardiovascular system.

Homework: Neuromuscular lab Discussion

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NEUROMUSCULAR LAB – LIBIET BRETANA Patient Chart Derrick Maria Edward 1. Color Blindness Test Yes No No 2. Astigmatism Test No Yes No 3. Visual Acuity Test 20 / 20 20 / 30 20 / 80 4. Knee Jerk Reflex Test Normal Normal Abnormal 5. Pupillary Reflex Test Normal Normal Abnormal Assessment 1. Why do doctors measure reflexes during a diagnostic exam? They confirm the integrity of the spinal cord and can identify neuromuscular disease. When the knee is tapped with the tool, neurons in the knee send signals to the spinal cord and brain which signal for a muscle impulse, the reaction. In return, this causes the muscles in the knee to contract. Doctors are ensuring that responses are reaching the CNS and a proper reaction is being played out. 2. What is the importance of a yearly eye exam? Eyes sometimes work as indicators for one’s overall health. Eye exams not only test visual acuity but they can also identify diseases such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts and diabetic retinopathy. Not all eye diseases have symptoms so it is important to get regular checks for early detection and treatment. Homework: Neuromuscular lab Discussion
3. Consider both the symptoms and results for each of the three patients to answer the following: Were there any abnormal test results? Using your text, the library and the internet to perform research explain what condition you think could explain the patient’s symptoms and results? Explain why you suspect this condition? What causes the condition you believe this patient may have? Derrick Derrick suffers from color blindness. Color blindness is a genetic condition that he had to inherit. One of his parents had to carry the color blind mutated gene in order for him to have the phenotype for it. Maria Maria has an astigmatism. Astigmatisms are caused by irregular shaping of the cornea. They stem from birth and have often been found to be inherited. There are many developmental theories as to why people have corneas that develop differently but currently have no definite cause. Edward Edward did not respond to either of the reflex tests. This means that he most likely has a spinal cord injury or extensive nerve damage. The best guess for his condition would be multiple sclerosis because he is having vision problems as well as no reflex in his knee. Thes Homework: Neuromuscular lab Discussion