When Obtaining a Health History and Physical Assessment for a Patient

question 20

Multiple Choice

When obtaining a health history and physical assessment for a patient with possible multiple sclerosis (MS) , the nurse should

• A) confirm patient information with family members.
• B) ask about a recent history of temperature spikes.
• C) question the patient about any leg weakness or spasm.
• D) determine whether hypersexuality has caused problems.

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