You are the nurse caring for a young female patient who has just been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis
The patient is in her early 30s and is the mother of two children under the age of 5 years. After hearing this news, what initial emotional symptom would the nurse anticipate the patient will most likely experience?
A) Lethargy
B) Bargaining
C) Lack of interest
D) Anxiety
Ans: D
Feedback: In clinical settings, fear of the unknown, unexpected news about one's health, and impairment of bodily functions engenders anxiety. Lethargy and lack of interest would be manifestations of depression that might follow the anxiety. Bargaining is a stage of grief and would not be an initial emotional symptom.
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