The patient with myasthenia gravis asks the nurse if she will be able to use the computer for her job. Which symptom will most affect the patient's ability to use the computer?
a. Ptosis
b. Diplopia
c. Dysphagia
d. Aphasia
B
Ptosis, dysphagia, and aphasia are all symptoms associated with myasthenia gravis, but diplopia, or double vision, will cause the patient the most difficulty with using a computer.
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