Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Question 1

True or False? MS is a chronic, progressive degenerative disease of the nervous system

Answer 1

True

Question 2

What part of the nervous system is affected?

Answer 2

The problem is with demyelinization of the white matter if the brain and spinal cord

Question 3

Is there a cure for MS?

Answer 3

No

Question 4

What are the signs of MS?

Answer 4

Muscle spasm, weakness, bowel bladder dysfunction numbness in the extremities and visual disturbances

Question 5

What medication will be given for spasms?

Answer 5

Baclofen (Lioresal)

Question 6

What medication will be given to reduce the amount of time a client experiences exacerbated symptoms?

Answer 6

Corticosteriods

Question 7

If you were at a MS conference, what would you teach?

Answer 7

Star regular bladder bowel program
Avoid Stressful situations
Eat a well- balanced diet
Initiate speech/ physical therapy 
Remove safety hazards in home