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Abnormalities of CNS terminology(exam 4)
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give the definition of Paralysis
complete loss of motor or sensory function
-may be temporary or permanent loss
give the definition of paresis
partial or incomplete paralysis
-also an organic mental disease--> prognosis-termial
whaat is monoplegia
paralysis of a single extremity
what is hemiplegia
paraylysis of a single extremity
what is paraplegia
paralysis of lower portion of body and legs
what is diplegia
paralysis of similar parts on both sides of the body
-usually congenital or from injury at birth
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Abnormalities of CNS terminology(exam 4)
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exam 4 Abnormalities of CNS
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2010-04-15T15:06:00Z
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