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    Ati Nur 268 Med Surg Proctored Exam
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    A nurse is caring for a client who has degenerative disc disease. Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse understand might develop with this condition? (Select all that apply.)

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A reason: Hyponatremia is unrelated to degenerative disc disease. It is typically associated with fluid imbalance or endocrine disorders. Choice B reason: Paresthesia, or abnormal sensations like tingling or numbness, can result from nerve compression due to disc degeneration. Choice C reason: Foot drop may occur if the sciatic or peroneal nerve is compressed, leading to weakness in dorsiflexion. Choice D reason: Intermittent pain is a hallmark symptom of degenerative disc disease, often exacerbated by movement or prolonged positioning. Choice E reason: Hyperreflexia is more common in upper motor neuron lesions. Degenerative disc disease typically causes lower motor neuron signs such as decreased reflexes.

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