The Nurse Is Assessing a Client with Progressive Weakness and Wasting

question 24

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assessing a client with progressive weakness and wasting of muscles caused by destruction of motor neurons.The nurse anticipates that this client is diagnosed with what disorder?

• A)Parkinson disease
• B)Multiple sclerosis (MS)
• C)Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
• D)Alzheimer disease

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Definitions:

Patient Discharge Teaching

Education and information given to patients and their caregivers to understand their care needs, medications, follow-up appointments, and any home care required after leaving the healthcare facility.

Patient Bed Bath

A method of bathing a bedridden or immobile patient with limited movement, ensuring hygiene while minimizing patient strain.

SBAR

A structured method for communication that stands for Situation, Background, Assessment, and Recommendation; commonly used in healthcare settings.

Severe Pain

An intense level of discomfort signaling acute or chronic medical conditions, requiring prompt management or treatment.