In spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) type 1, all the following are spared EXCEPT

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Question 1 of 5

In spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) type 1, all the following are spared EXCEPT

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: In SMA type 1 (Werdnig-Hoffmann), the diaphragm is often affected, leading to respiratory failure, while the heart, intelligence, and sphincters are typically spared.

Question 2 of 5

The earliest and MOST constant sign of myasthenia gravis is

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Ptosis is the earliest and most constant sign of myasthenia gravis, reflecting ocular muscle involvement.

Question 3 of 5

The percent intestinal absorption of the small amount of iron in human milk is

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The text specifies that 10% of iron in human milk is absorbed, directly supporting A.

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following findings is considered abnormal on urinalysis of a patient with dehydration?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Granular casts indicate tubular damage, abnormal in simple dehydration, whereas hyaline casts can be normal in concentrated urine.

Question 5 of 5

Oral rehydration therapy can be used to treat dehydration in patients with

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Oliguria indicates dehydration but doesn't preclude oral rehydration if the patient can drink, unlike the other options.

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