Abnormalities of CNS terminology(exam 4)

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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