A Multiple Sclerosis Patient Is Unable to Perform Rapid Alternating

question 6

Multiple Choice

A multiple sclerosis patient is unable to perform rapid alternating movements, such as rapid patting of her knees.The nurse should document this inability as:

• A)Ataxia
• B)Astereognosis
• C)Dysdiadochokinesia
• D)Loss of kinesthesia

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Definitions:

Sectional Divide

The growing political, economic, and social differences and tensions between the northern and southern states of the United States, especially over issues like slavery, leading up to the Civil War.

Monroe Doctrine

A U.S. foreign policy principle declared in 1823, stating opposition to European colonialism in the Americas and restricting future colonization in the Western Hemisphere.

European Colonization

The process by which European powers occupied and ruled over regions across the world, often involving the exploitation and subjugation of indigenous populations, from the late 15th century onwards.

Americas Off-Limits

Pertains to policies or historical periods when certain areas of the Americas were restricted or closed off to specific groups, often for political or colonial reasons.