A patient reports weakness of the extremities and diplopia. The nurse knows that these symptoms are characteristic of which condition?
a. Cerebral palsy (CP)
b. Multiple sclerosis (MS)
c. Myasthenia gravis (MG)
d. Parkinson's disease (PD)
ANS: B
Diplopia and weakness of the extremities are two symptoms of MS. CP is characterized by muscle spasticity. MG involves generalized weakness, especially of facial muscles and respiratory muscles. PD manifests as tremors and difficulty moving and walking.
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