What disease affects all voluntary muscles and has no cure, but leaves the individual’s mind unaffected, allowing him or her to remain alert and clearheaded?

What will be an ideal response?


The disease that affects all voluntary muscles is called ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease.Miss Cott, who is 52 and single, has multiple sclerosis. She was admitted to the nursing facility because she could no longer maintain her independence in her apartment. She has been experiencing vertigo and double vision, and both of her legs are paralyzed. She has an indwelling catheter. There are no home care services in her community, and Miss Cott has no immediate family, only two cousins who work full time and have families. They visit her frequently and do what they can to help her. You and the nurse are discussing the care that Miss Cott will need. Answer the following questions to the best of your ability.

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