A patient is experiencing dysphagia following a stroke. How should the nurse position
the patient when administering medications? - CORRECT ANSWER-High Fowlers
When taking a patient's health history, which of the following does the nurse identify as
risk factors) for having a stroke? (Select all that apply.) - CORRECT ANSWER-
Hypertension
Smoking
Diabetes
The nurse is caring for a patient who is suspected of having a stroke. What should be
the nurse's first action to ensure patient safety when it appears the patient is having
difficulty swallowing prescribed oral medication? - CORRECT ANSWER-Hold this dose
of medication and make the patient NPO
The nurse is evaluating a patient's fall risk. Which would the nurse include when
assessing a patient's fall risk? (Select all that apply .) - CORRECT ANSWER-Large
number of medications that cause hypertension
Assistive devices
History of fall 1 month ago
Which observation(s) support the possibility that a patient who has experienced a stroke
has aspirated ? (Select all that apply.) - CORRECT ANSWER-Coughing
Regurgitation into the mouth
Hoarseness
The nurse has an order to complete neurological checks every 4 hours Which
assessments) would the nurse include in the neurological examination ? (Select all that
apply) - CORRECT ANSWER-Sensory perception
Cranial nerves
Memory
Level of consciousness