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Identify the pathophysiology of common neurological conditions. • Describe the typical clinical presentation and symptom patterns associated with each condition. • Identify the different types of neurological conditions and their presentations. • Interpret prevalence and incidence data to understand the population health impact. • Recognize special conditions relevant to occupational therapy practice. • Analyze how each condition may affect participation across occupations. • Evaluate case-based scenarios to determine how neurological impairments influence occupational performance and safety. •Multiple Sclerosis (MS) • Chronic autoimmune disorder involving inflammation, demyelination, gliosis, and neuronal loss. • The cause is unknown but believed to result from a complex interaction of genetic and environmental factors. • Most diagnoses occur between ages 20-40, with a higher prevalence in women. • Four types of MS are distinguished by their progression patterns. • Diagnostics include medical history (symptoms and episode duration), neurological exams, MRI (to detect CNS inflammation and lesions), blood tests (to exclude other causes), and lumbar puncture ...