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Attentional impairment in persons with multiple sclerosis

D A Jansen1, B Cimprich

  • 1University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Nursing 53792-2455.

The Journal of Neuroscience Nursing : Journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses
|April 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Multiple sclerosis (MS) can impair the capacity to direct attention (CDA), even in early stages with minimal physical symptoms. This study found attentional deficits in MS patients, highlighting the need for nursing awareness and interventions.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Cognitive Science
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Multiple sclerosis (MS) is associated with cognitive and psychological changes.
  • The capacity to direct attention (CDA) is crucial for daily functioning, involving inhibition of distractions.
  • MS lesions and disease-related demands can negatively impact CDA.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the capacity to direct attention (CDA) in individuals with relapsing-remitting MS.
  • To explore attentional deficits in early MS stages, irrespective of physical disability.

Main Methods:

  • A one-group descriptive correlational design was employed.
  • The study included 33 outpatients with relapsing-remitting MS in symptom remission and minimal physical disability.

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Main Results:

  • The MS group exhibited attentional deficits of varying severity.
  • These attentional deficits were observed despite minimal physical symptoms.
  • No correlation was found between attentional deficits and depressive symptoms.

Conclusions:

  • Attentional problems are present in early stages of MS, even with few physical symptoms.
  • Nurses should consider attentional deficits in individuals with relapsing-remitting MS.
  • Further research is needed to understand the impact on daily functioning and develop nursing interventions.