Once Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Is Diagnosed, the Priority Nursing

question 2

Multiple Choice

Once amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is diagnosed, the priority nursing activity is to do which of the following?

• A)Support the patient and family to meet physical and psychosocial needs.
• B)Monitor for infection.
• C)Assist the patient to avoid complications.
• D)Assist the patient to adapt to the disease.

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Definitions:

Anxious

Feeling anxious or apprehensive, typically regarding a forthcoming event or a situation with an unknown result.

Neuroticism

A personality trait characterized by a tendency to experience negative emotions such as anxiety, anger, or depression more frequently and intensely than others.

Openness to Experience

A personality trait typified by a willingness to try new things, creativity, curiosity, and an appreciation for art and beauty.

Big Five Traits

A psychological framework that characterizes human personality via five wide-ranging traits: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.