10 free PANCE practice questions in the real exam format, covering the official content areas, with an explanation for every answer.
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Neurologic System
A 38-year-old man has had 5 days of tingling in his feet followed by weakness climbing stairs, which has now spread to his arms. He had diarrhea 3 weeks ago. Temperature is 37.0°C (98.6°F), pulse 110/min, and blood pressure 156/94 mm Hg, later 102/64 mm Hg. Strength is 3/5 in the legs and 4/5 in the arms, and deep tendon reflexes are absent. Forced vital capacity is 1.4 L (17 mL/kg). Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in management?