A Patient with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Is to Begin Treatment

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient with multiple sclerosis (MS) is to begin treatment with glatiramer acetate (Copaxone) . Which information will the nurse include in patient teaching?

• A) Recommendation to drink at least 3 to 4 L daily
• B) Need to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery
• C) How to draw up and administer injections of the medication
• D) Use of contraceptive methods other than oral contraceptives

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Definitions:

Anticipation of Pain

The psychological and physiological response to expecting pain, which can modify perception and pain management strategies.

Lateral Prefrontal Cortex

A part of the frontal lobe of the brain involved in executive functions like decision-making, planning, and inhibiting inappropriate behaviors.

Anterior Cingulate Cortex

A part of the brain involved in a wide range of functions including emotion regulation, decision making, and impulse control.