Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client admitted with Guillain-Barr├â┬® syndrome. On day three of hospitalization, his muscle weakness worsens, and he is no longer able to stand with support. He is also having difficulty swallowing and talking. The priority in his nursing care plan should be to prevent which of the following?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Difficulty swallowing increases the risk of aspiration pneumonia, making it the priority in Guillain-Barr├â┬® syndrome.