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This document presents a case study with study questions related to the medical condition known as Uhthoff’s phenomenon, often associated with multiple sclerosis (MS). 

<strong>Study Question #1</strong> asks about which physical findings are not typically associated with Uhthoff’s phenomenon. The correct answer is <strong>D. Acute shortness of breath</strong>. Multiple sclerosis does not normally cause autonomic dysfunction leading to acute shortness of breath. However, breathing can be affected long-term due to muscle weakness. Other findings such as visual changes, mental status changes, and weakness are characteristic of Uhthoff’s phenomenon.

<strong>Study Question #2</strong> addresses exercise counseling for patients with multiple sclerosis and asks which statement is not true. The correct answer is <strong>D. Exercising in warm environments is preferred.</strong> Patients with MS have a sensitivity to heat, which can exacerbate their symptoms, including triggering Uhthoff’s phenomenon. Therefore, exercising in warm environments should be approached with caution or avoided. The other statements are true, highlighting the benefits of resistance, flexibility, aerobic, and balance exercises in symptom management.

Overall, the referenced articles from StatPearls and BMC Neurology confirm the correct answers and provide additional evidence-based insight into managing symptoms and exercising safely with multiple sclerosis. These insights emphasize the importance of symptom management through careful exercise planning and awareness of heat sensitivity.

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Edition 3rd Edition

Related Case 3rd Edition, CASE 36

Topic Neurology

Keywords

Uhthoff’s phenomenon

multiple sclerosis

case study

study questions

acute shortness of breath

exercise counseling

heat sensitivity

symptom management

StatPearls

BMC Neurology

3rd Edition

3rd Edition, CASE 36

Neurology