A patient is admitted with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).Which classic assessment findings will support the diagnosis of ALS?
A) Progressive dementia
B) Muscle weakness and atrophy
C) Severe paresthesias
D) Autonomic dysfunctions

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ALS is manifested by muscle weakness and atrophy.
ALS is not manifested by dementia,but by muscle weakness and atrophy.
ALS is not manifested by paresthesias,but by muscle weakness and atrophy.
ALS is manifested by muscle weakness and atrophy.

A Patient Is Admitted with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)