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成人线粒体肌病护理1例  Abstract: Mitochondrial myopathy is a rare disease with a wide range of symptoms and affects people of all ages; however, adult-onset mitochondrial myopathy is more common. The disease is characterized by respiratory chain dysfunction and can lead to muscle weakness, fatigue, and exercise intolerance. In this paper, we describe the case of a 36-year-old female with adult-onset mitochondrial myopathy and discuss the nursing care provided to her during her hospitalization. Introduction: Mitochondrial myopathy is a rare disease that results from genetic disorders affecting the mitochondrial DNA. It can present at any age, and the symptoms are variable in nature, making diagnosis and treatment a complex process for health professionals. The illness is characterized by respiratory chain dysfunction, leading to compromised energy production, resulting in muscle weakness, exercise intolerance, and fatigue, leading to sever disability in some cases. Nursing care plays an essential role in the treatment of patients with mitochondrial myopathy as they require intensive care, regular monitoring of vital signs, and dietary regulation. This paper aims to describe our experience in caring for a patient with mitochondrial myopathy during her hospitalization at our facility. Case Presentation: The patient is a 36-year-old female who presented to our facility with complaints of weakness, fatigue, and exercise tolerance for the past year. On examination, she had significant muscle weakness and needed assistance to climb stairs. The results of nerve conduction studies showed low amplitude action potentials, indicative of peripheral neuropathy. She underwent a series of tests, including serum lactic acid level, which was elevated, and muscle biopsy that showed ragged red fibers, mitotic abnormalities, and a moderate degree of COX-negative fibers- characteristic findings of mitochondrial myopathy. The patient received treatment involving a combination of nutrition