Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS): 5 Nursing Diagnosis Care Plans
What is Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) ALS, or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, is a disease that affects the nerve cells in your brain and spinal cord. These nerve cells, also known as neurons, control the muscles that allow you to move, speak, breathe, and eat. Over time, ALS weakens these neurons, making it harder for them…