The nurse is caring for a patient with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The primary focus of care will be

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ALS is a neurodegenerative disease that affects motor neurons, leading to muscle weakness, paralysis, and eventually respiratory failure. Therefore, the primary focus of care will be managing the respiratory status, including providing respiratory support as needed, managing secretions due to difficulty swallowing, and communication. Pain management and ROM exercises may be necessary to prevent contractures, but they are not the primary focus. Immunossupressants are not used to manage ALS.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Amyotrophic Lateral