The Nurse Is Providing Care for a 12-Year-Old Patient Who

The nurse is providing care for a 12-year-old patient who is hospitalized with generalized weakness and muscle wasting, which began in the hips, pelvic area, thighs, and shoulders. The physician suspects Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Which action by the physician does the nurse expect?

A) Prescribe physical therapy to improve muscle strength.
B) Suggest homeschooling until the acute stage ends.
C) Perform an echocardiogram to evaluate cardiac functioning.
D) Perform muscle biopsies to identify the stage of the disease.