In MS nursing care, which mobility and daily-activity considerations should be taught to patients?

• A. Self-catheterization, cane, walker, wheelchair, braces, and eating changes or restrictions
• B. Medication reminders
• C. Relaxation prompts
• D. Simple exercises only

Answer: (A)

In MS care, education about mobility and daily activities centers on giving patients practical ways to stay independent as weakness, fatigue, and coordination issues can vary day to day. Bladder problems are common in MS, so learning self-catheterization helps manage urinary retention or incontinence safely and reduces risk of infection, making daily routines more controllable. For movement and safety, patients should understand how to choose and use mobility aids—starting with a cane for mild support, advancing to a walker for stability, or using a wheelchair when walking isn’t feasible—plus how braces or orthotics can support joints or correct foot drop to improve gait and prevent falls. Eating changes or restrictions may be needed due to swallowing difficulties or energy limitations, so guidance on safe eating, diet consistency, pacing meals, and maintaining nutrition is part of daily-activity planning. While medication reminders and relaxation strategies are valuable for managing symptoms and stress, they don’t directly address the practical, day-to-day mobility and self-care skills that MS patients need to maintain independence.