The neurologist is conducting a Tensilon test (Edrophonium) at the bedside of a patient who is experiencing unexplained muscle weakness, double vision, difficulty breathing, and ptosis. Which findings after the administration of Edrophonium would represent the patient has myasthenia gravis?
A. The patient experiences worsening of the muscle weakness.
B. The patient experiences wheezing along with facial flushing.
C. The patient reports a tingling sensation in the eyelids and sudden ringing in the ears.
D. The patient experiences improved muscle strength.
Select your answer:
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Living Organisms › ViewWhich best explains why muscle is considered a tissue?
A. It is connected to bones.
B. It can move voluntarily or involuntarily.
C. It interacts with several organ systems.
D. It is a group of cells working together.
Health › View
Health and wellbeing is dynamic, meaning it
A. constantly changes
B. rarely changes
C. never changes
D. different for everyone