The Nurse Is Caring for a 77-Year-Old Woman with MS

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a 77-year-old woman with MS. She states that she is very concerned about the progress of her disease and what the future holds. The nurse should know that elderly patients with MS are known to be particularly concerned about what variables? Select all that apply.

A) Possible nursing home placement
B) Pain associated with physical therapy
C) Increasing disability
D) Becoming a burden on the family
E) Loss of appetite