A client with myasthenia gravis is experiencing a myasthenic crisis. Which symptoms are associated with myasthenia gravis? (Select all that apply.)
a. Weakness
b. Fatigue
c. Vomiting
d. Sweating
e. Drooling
f. Tearing
ANS: A, B, E
Weakness and fatigue are prime symptoms of myasthenia gravis. The drooling is associated with the dysphagia.
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