Which of the following statements indicates that the client has a correct understanding about recovery from Guillain-Barré syndrome?
A. "I need to see a lawyer because I do not expect to recover from this disease."
B. "I will have to take things slowly for several months after I leave the hospital."
C. "I expect to be able to return to work in construction soon after I get discharged."
D. "I wonder if my family will be able to manage my care now that I am paralyzed."
B
Most clients make a full recovery from GBS. Recovery can take as long as 6 months to 2 years. Fatigue is a major lingering symptom for the majority of those diagnosed with this disorder.
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