During an Acute Exacerbation Patients with MS Should

question 17

Multiple Choice

During an acute exacerbation patients with MS should

• A)continue with their typical levels of exercise or ambulation; this will help to decrease the severity of the exacerbation.
• B)adjust their exercise and activity levels; they will fare better if they allow themselves to rest for a few days.
• C)be placed on absolute bedrest; activity during the exacerbation will increase the severity of symptoms.
• D)increase their activity level; activity will help shorten the exacerbation period.

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