A patient with multiple sclerosis is developing speech difficulties.What should the nurse realize as being the reason for this new manifestation?

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Medications can cause speech difficulties as a side effect. Additionally, multiple sclerosis can affect the nerves responsible for speech and language, leading to difficulties in communication. Depression and mental status changes may also be present in patients with multiple sclerosis but are not the primary reason for speech difficulties. Nerve regeneration is not likely to cause sudden onset speech difficulties.

A Patient with Multiple Sclerosis Is Developing Speech Difficulties