A Client Is Experiencing Muscle Weakness and an Ataxic Gait

question 19

Multiple Choice

A client is experiencing muscle weakness and an ataxic gait. The client has a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) . Based on these symptoms, the nurse formulates "Impaired physical mobility" as one of the nursing diagnoses applicable to the client. What nursing intervention should be most appropriate to address the nursing diagnosis?

• A) Use pressure-relieving devices when the client is in bed or in a wheelchair.
• B) Change body position every 2 hours.
• C) Help the client perform range-of-motion (ROM) exercises every 8 hours.
• D) Use a footboard and trochanter rolls.

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