When a Patient Asks, "What Is the Cause of Multiple

question 25

Multiple Choice

When a patient asks, "What is the cause of multiple sclerosis", how might the nurse answer?

• A) There are vascular and metabolic factors.
• B) It is caused by bacterial infection and the inflammatory response.
• C) It is an autoimmune disorder in those with a genetic susceptibility.
• D) It involves neurotransmitters and inherited genes.

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Definitions:

Ribosomes

Cellular structures responsible for protein synthesis, comprising RNA and proteins.

Storage Granules

Intracellular particles, often found in bacteria and cells, that store nutrients like phosphorus or carbohydrates.

Fimbriae

Short, hair-like structures on the surface of some bacteria that help in attachment to host tissues and in the transfer of genetic material.

Electron Microscope

A microscope capable of producing high-resolution, highly magnified images through the use of an electron beam (rather than light). Transmission electron microscopes (TEMs) produce images of thin sections; scanning electron microscopes (SEMs) produce images of surfaces.