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    Ati Nur 268 Med Surg Proctored Exam
    Select All That Apply

    A nurse is assessing a client who has multiple sclerosis. Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse anticipate? (Select all that apply.)

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A reason: Paresthesia, or abnormal sensations such as tingling or numbness, is a common neurological symptom in multiple sclerosis due to demyelination. Choice B reason: Nausea and vomiting are not typical features of multiple sclerosis unless secondary to medications or unrelated conditions. Choice C reason: Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, can occur in MS due to impaired coordination of the muscles involved in swallowing. Choice D reason: Spasticity, or increased muscle tone, is a hallmark of MS and contributes to mobility challenges. Choice E reason: Vertigo is a common symptom in MS due to lesions affecting the brainstem or cerebellum.

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