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A physical therapist works with a 45-year-old male who was in good health prior to being diagnosed with Guillain-Barre syndrome two weeks ago. The patient was referred to outpatient physical therapy after a seven-day hospitalization. The patient did not experience respiratory involvement and had moderate weakness affecting all joints of the lower extremities. What would be the MOST likely long-term outcome for the patient?1.Independent at a wheelchair level in the home and community2.Independent at a wheelchair level in the community only3.Independent ambulation with an assistive device in the home and community4.Independent ambulation without an assistive device in the home and community
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