MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
PRACTICE QUESTIONS
& ANSWERS 100%
CORRECT!!
SCLEROSIS
Evatee 8/6/24 SCLEROSIS
,MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS PRACTICE QUESTIONS
& ANSWERS 100% CORRECT!!
Which of the following statements made by a patient diagnosed with multiple
sclerosis (MS) would alert the healthcare provider that the patient requires
additional instruction about the disease? Select all that apply.
1. "A hot bath in the evenings will help relax my muscles and relieve pain."
2. "I will avoid foods that are high in fiber to prevent problems with my
bowels."
3. "It's important for me to inspect my skin daily make sure there aren't any
injuries."
4. "Use of stress reduction strategies can decrease the severity of my
symptoms." Answer - 1,2
The patient should be taught about factors that can exacerbate symptoms,
such as heat and stress. In addition, the patient is at risk for burns due to
impaired peripheral sensation, so bathing temperatures should be carefully
monitored.
The healthcare provider is teaching a group of patients diagnosed with multiple
sclerosis (MS) about common bladder problems. Which of the following will
the healthcare provider include? Select all that apply.
1. "Drinking caffeinated beverages can help you empty your bladder
completely."
2. "MS may cause the bladder to contract and empty more often than usual."
, 3. "You should not attempt to urinate until you feel that your bladder is full."
4. "Drink 1.5 - 2 liters of water each day so your urine isn't too concentrated."
5. "Drinking lots of citrus juices will decrease the amount of bacteria in your
urinary tract."
6. "Patients with MS are at increased risk of developing urinary tract
infections." Answer - 2, 4, 6
MS heightens a patient's risk of urinary tract infections. Patients should plan to
void on a regular basis. Voiding at least every 2 hours will decrease urine stasis.
When assessing a patient diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), which of the
following would require immediate action by the healthcare provider?
1) Fatigue and depression
2) Paresthesia and tremor
3) Nystagmus and diplopia
4) Dysphagia and congested cough Answer - 4
These are all signs and symptoms of MS, but some can be more serious than
others. Select the clinical manifestations of MS that may result in a serious
secondary problem for the patient.Dysphagia puts the patient at risk for
aspiration pneumonia, and the congested cough is an indication that aspiration
has already occurred.
The healthcare provider is planning care for a patient diagnosed with multiple
sclerosis (MS). Which of the following is the priority intervention?
1) Advise the patient to drink liquids through a straw
2) Monitor the patient's temperature to avoid overheating
3) Teach the patient's family how to meet the patient's needs
4) Encourage bed rest in order to conserve strength Answer - 1
PRACTICE QUESTIONS
& ANSWERS 100%
CORRECT!!
SCLEROSIS
Evatee 8/6/24 SCLEROSIS
,MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS PRACTICE QUESTIONS
& ANSWERS 100% CORRECT!!
Which of the following statements made by a patient diagnosed with multiple
sclerosis (MS) would alert the healthcare provider that the patient requires
additional instruction about the disease? Select all that apply.
1. "A hot bath in the evenings will help relax my muscles and relieve pain."
2. "I will avoid foods that are high in fiber to prevent problems with my
bowels."
3. "It's important for me to inspect my skin daily make sure there aren't any
injuries."
4. "Use of stress reduction strategies can decrease the severity of my
symptoms." Answer - 1,2
The patient should be taught about factors that can exacerbate symptoms,
such as heat and stress. In addition, the patient is at risk for burns due to
impaired peripheral sensation, so bathing temperatures should be carefully
monitored.
The healthcare provider is teaching a group of patients diagnosed with multiple
sclerosis (MS) about common bladder problems. Which of the following will
the healthcare provider include? Select all that apply.
1. "Drinking caffeinated beverages can help you empty your bladder
completely."
2. "MS may cause the bladder to contract and empty more often than usual."
, 3. "You should not attempt to urinate until you feel that your bladder is full."
4. "Drink 1.5 - 2 liters of water each day so your urine isn't too concentrated."
5. "Drinking lots of citrus juices will decrease the amount of bacteria in your
urinary tract."
6. "Patients with MS are at increased risk of developing urinary tract
infections." Answer - 2, 4, 6
MS heightens a patient's risk of urinary tract infections. Patients should plan to
void on a regular basis. Voiding at least every 2 hours will decrease urine stasis.
When assessing a patient diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), which of the
following would require immediate action by the healthcare provider?
1) Fatigue and depression
2) Paresthesia and tremor
3) Nystagmus and diplopia
4) Dysphagia and congested cough Answer - 4
These are all signs and symptoms of MS, but some can be more serious than
others. Select the clinical manifestations of MS that may result in a serious
secondary problem for the patient.Dysphagia puts the patient at risk for
aspiration pneumonia, and the congested cough is an indication that aspiration
has already occurred.
The healthcare provider is planning care for a patient diagnosed with multiple
sclerosis (MS). Which of the following is the priority intervention?
1) Advise the patient to drink liquids through a straw
2) Monitor the patient's temperature to avoid overheating
3) Teach the patient's family how to meet the patient's needs
4) Encourage bed rest in order to conserve strength Answer - 1
