Which nursing diagnosis is the highest priority for a patient with multiple sclerosis?

A) Chronic sorrow related to loss of independence
B) Disturbed sensory perception related to nerve cell damage
C) Risk for powerlessness related to impaired fine- and gross-motor skills
D) Risk for falls related to impaired mobility and sensation

Multiple Sclerosis

A chronic disease that attacks the central nervous system, leading to varying degrees of disability.

Disturbed Sensory Perception

A condition where the processing of sensory information by the brain is altered, leading to difficulties in interpreting sensory signals.

Chronic Sorrow

A term describing the long-term periodic sadness experienced by individuals or families due to ongoing health issues or disabilities.