Master Canadian Nursing Abbreviations

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What does ALS stand for?

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Acute liver sclerosis
Anterior lumbar surgery
Automatic larynx simulator

The correct answer is: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

ALS stands for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, a disease that affects the nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. This causes muscle weakness and eventually leads to difficulty with movement, speech, and breathing. Option B, acute liver sclerosis, is incorrect because ALS does not affect the liver. Option C, anterior lumbar surgery, is incorrect as ALS is a neurological disorder and not a surgical procedure. Option D, automatic larynx simulator, is incorrect as ALS does not involve the larynx. Therefore, A is the only correct option.