The nurse is caring for a client who is having a myasthenic crisis. Which of the following are manifestations of this emergency situation? Select all that apply
A) Dysphagia
B) Dysphasia
C) Ptosis
D) Diplopia
E) Cardiac arrest
F) Seizures
A, B, C, D
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A myasthenic crisis occurs rapidly and is considered an emergency situation. Dysphagia, dysphasia (difficulty in speaking), ptosis, diplopia (double vision), and respiratory distress are the usual manifestations. Maintaining an open (patent) airway can be lifesaving.
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