Abstract
Article: Using Sonography to Objectively Gauge Muscle Wasting: A Multiple Case Report
Authors: Amanda Jensen, BS, RVT, A. Nicole Stigall, MS, RDMS, RVT, Kevin D. Evans, PhD, RT, RDMS, RVS, FSDMS, FAIUM, Gabriella Lopez, MS, RDN, and Marcia Nahikian-Nelms, PhD, RDN, LD, FAND
Category: Abdomen [AB]
Credit: 0.5 SDMS CME Credit
Objectives: After studying the article entitled “Using Sonography to Objectively Gauge Muscle Wasting: A Multiple Case Report,” you will be able to:
Explain end-stage renal disease (ESRD)
Describe muscle wasting (MW)
Discuss imaging used to detect MW
End-stage renal disease: Occurs in 70% of the American population Is the first stage of renal failure Causes sarcopenia Most commonly occurs in patients with liver failure
Which of the following is a chronic cause of ESRD? Headache Diabetes Malaise Arthrosclerosis
Muscle wasting is: Uncommon in chronic kidney disease Increases muscle tone Is caused by catabolic pathways Increases quality of life
Which of the following is true regarding the use of sonography in detection of MW? Cost-effective Stationary unit Uses ionizing radiation Difficult to penetrate
Which of the following is measured when examining the upper arm for MW? Humerus Lower arm circumference Biceps brachii Triceps muscle
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