A nurse is teaching the parents of a client who was recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS)about what to expect as their child's condition progresses. Which statement by the parents indicates the need for further instruction?
A)"My child is at increased risk for seizures because of the MS diagnosis."
B)"It's not unusual for kids with MS to have problems with their schoolwork."
C)"MS usually progresses faster in children than in adults."
D)"Making friends may be more difficult for our child because of the MS."

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A)Children with MS often experience seizures related to their diagnosis, and they may suffer from reduced academic performance and difficulty in family and peer relationships. However, MS usually progresses more slowly in children than in adults. Thus, the parents' statement about the speed of disease progression indicates the need for further instruction.
B)Children with MS often experience seizures related to their diagnosis, and they may suffer from reduced academic performance and difficulty in family and peer relationships. However, MS usually progresses more slowly in children than in adults. Thus, the parents' statement about the speed of disease progression indicates the need for further instruction.
C)Children with MS often experience seizures related to their diagnosis, and they may suffer from reduced academic performance and difficulty in family and peer relationships. However, MS usually progresses more slowly in children than in adults. Thus, the parents' statement about the speed of disease progression indicates the need for further instruction.
D)Children with MS often experience seizures related to their diagnosis, and they may suffer from reduced academic performance and difficulty in family and peer relationships. However, MS usually progresses more slowly in children than in adults. Thus, the parents' statement about the speed of disease progression indicates the need for further instruction.

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