When obtaining the history from a client with primary RLS, the nurse expects complaints that symptoms are:
a. worse in the morning on waking up. c. worse in the evening and at bedtime.
b. primarily noticeable after exercising. d. associated with pregnancy.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This is not the time RLS symptoms usually are worse.
B Incorrect: This is not the time RLS symptoms usually are worse.
C Correct: This is the time RLS symptoms usually are worse.
D Incorrect: Pregnancy is a cause of secondary RLS.
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