Question

Which of the following would the nurse expect to find initially in a child with Guillain-Barré syndrome?

A) Symmetrical flaccid weakness
B) Ataxia
C) Sensory disturbances
D) Lower extremity pain"

Answer 1

The nurse would expect to find sensory disturbances initially in a child with Guillain-Barré syndrome.

Step-by-step explanation:

C) Sensory disturbances is correct

Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a demyelinating disease of the peripheral nervous system that is characterized by an autoimmune reaction. The initial symptoms in a child with GBS would most likely be sensory disturbances. These sensory symptoms may include tingling or numbness in the hands and feet.