QOD 26: Dysphagia in a Patient with ALS (Neuro/Basic Care and Comfort) - a podcast by Jon Haws RN: Critical Care Nurse & NCLEX Educator

Answer: C. Dysphagia Rationale:  Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that causes a decline in respiratory function, including shortness of breath and an inability to cough. The patient is also at a nutritional risk because of muscle wasting and dysphagia. Other factors that may contribute to nutritional issues in the ALS patient […]

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