A patient,recovering from being struck by lightning 36 hours prior to admission,is demonstrating an acute onset of confusion and muscle weakness.Which rationale would the nurse provide for this assessment?
A) The patient is suffering a stroke unrelated to the injury.
B) The patient likely has an electrolyte imbalance.
C) The patient has developed a seizure disorder from the injury.
D) The patient is having delayed onset of neurological symptoms,which are common after a lightning injury.
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