HCA 201A Final Short Answer With complete solu on
Updated 2025/2026 new!! RATED A+
What is mul ple sclerosis? - Ans Mul ple sclerosis (MS) is a persistent, slowly progressive
disease in which the body's immune system a!acks the protec ve myelin sheaths that surround
the nerve cells of the brain and spinal cord (a process called demyelina on), resul ng in
damaged areas that are unable to transmit nerve impulses.
Common symptoms of MS are as follows: (7) - Ans • Blurred vision, double vision, or blindness
• Extreme fa gue
• Loss of balance, dizziness, difficulty walking, and clumsiness
• Muscle weakness and s ffness
• Tingling, numbness, or a burning feeling in one area of the body
• Sensi vity to heat
• Difficulty speaking
• Difficulty swallowing
• Bladder and bowel issues
, • Impotence or diminished sexual arousal
• Short-term memory loss
• Difficul es concentra ng
• Impaired judgement or reasoning
How to prevent Orthosta c Hypotension? ( 4 ) - Ans Box 26-1
1. Posi on the client in Fowler's posi on. Raise the head of the bed slowly. If the bed cannot be
raised, use pillows and backrests for posi oning.
2. Help the client sit on the side of the bed with feet dangling over the edge (see Chapter 25).
3. Have the client con nue to sit on the side of the bed for a short while.
4. Help the client stand up. Stay close to the client, and use good body mechanics.
5. Help the client sit in a chair or walk, as directed by the care plan.
Measures to take when caring for pa ent with paralysis. Explain - Ans Box 37-4
Care of Clients With Paralysis
• Assist with ADLs and home management tasks. Follow the care plan.
Updated 2025/2026 new!! RATED A+
What is mul ple sclerosis? - Ans Mul ple sclerosis (MS) is a persistent, slowly progressive
disease in which the body's immune system a!acks the protec ve myelin sheaths that surround
the nerve cells of the brain and spinal cord (a process called demyelina on), resul ng in
damaged areas that are unable to transmit nerve impulses.
Common symptoms of MS are as follows: (7) - Ans • Blurred vision, double vision, or blindness
• Extreme fa gue
• Loss of balance, dizziness, difficulty walking, and clumsiness
• Muscle weakness and s ffness
• Tingling, numbness, or a burning feeling in one area of the body
• Sensi vity to heat
• Difficulty speaking
• Difficulty swallowing
• Bladder and bowel issues
, • Impotence or diminished sexual arousal
• Short-term memory loss
• Difficul es concentra ng
• Impaired judgement or reasoning
How to prevent Orthosta c Hypotension? ( 4 ) - Ans Box 26-1
1. Posi on the client in Fowler's posi on. Raise the head of the bed slowly. If the bed cannot be
raised, use pillows and backrests for posi oning.
2. Help the client sit on the side of the bed with feet dangling over the edge (see Chapter 25).
3. Have the client con nue to sit on the side of the bed for a short while.
4. Help the client stand up. Stay close to the client, and use good body mechanics.
5. Help the client sit in a chair or walk, as directed by the care plan.
Measures to take when caring for pa ent with paralysis. Explain - Ans Box 37-4
Care of Clients With Paralysis
• Assist with ADLs and home management tasks. Follow the care plan.
