A 39-year-old patient is being evaluated for a possible spinal cord tumor.Which finding by the nurse requires the most immediate action?

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The new onset of symptoms indicates cord compression,which is an emergency that requires rapid treatment to avoid permanent loss of function.The other patient assessments also indicate a need for nursing action but do not require intervention as rapidly as the new onset weakness.

A 39-Year-Old Patient Is Being Evaluated for a Possible Spinal