A nurse must plan care for a 28-year-old female hospitalized with a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis. What schedule would be most appropriate for the care and scheduling of diagnostic procedures for this patient?
A) All at one time, to provide a longer rest period
B) Before meals, to stimulate her appetite
C) In the morning, with frequent rest periods
D) Before bedtime, to promote rest
Ans: C
Feedback: Myasthenia gravis, an autoimmune disorder affecting the myoneural junction, is characterized by varying degrees of weakness of the voluntary muscles. Procedures should be spaced to allow for rest in between. Procedures should be avoided before meals, or the patient may be too exhausted to eat. Procedures should be avoided at bedtime.
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