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warning signs for a stroke - (ANSWER)Headache/loss of balance

Abnormal Eye movements

Facial droop

Unilateral Arm weakness

Speech difficulties



A stroke occurs when a part of the brain is lacking... - (ANSWER)perfusion



Ischemic stroke - (ANSWER)a type of stroke that occurs when the flow of blood to the brain is blocked



Thrombotic stroke - (ANSWER)When a blood vessel is injured, causing clot formation

This clot becomes lodged in a vessel that has been narrowed by atherosclerotic plaques



Hemorrhagic stroke - (ANSWER)occurs when a blood vessel in the brain leaks or ruptures; also known as
a bleed



Left brain damage - (ANSWER)paralysis on the right side of the body

speech problems (talking and understanding)

decreased comprehension



Right brain damage - (ANSWER)paralysis on the left side of the body

vision problems

impulsive behavior



How to prevent a stroke - (ANSWER)Keep serum cholesterol levels under control

Proper treatment for hypertension

Treat atherosclerosis appropriately

Avoid the use of recreational drugs

, NR325 / NR 325 Exam 2 | 112 Actual Questions and Answers Latest Updated 2025/2026 (Graded A+) -
Chamberlain

TPA - (ANSWER)medication for ischemic stroke ONLY

can only be given within a 4-5 hour window



diagnosis of a stroke - (ANSWER)CT scan with no contrast



Dimentia - (ANSWER)progressive loss of memory, orientation, attention, language, etc.

pt. will have behavioral changes like agitation, hallucinations, delusions, etc.



Alzheimer's disease - (ANSWER)a type of dementia characterized by gradual deterioration of memory,
reasoning, language, and, finally, physical functioning



early alzheimer's disease - (ANSWER)forgetful, can still preform ADLs, misplace things, forget names

ex: lose keys



mid alzheimer's disease - (ANSWER)get lost, difficulty completing tasks, lose ability to read



late alzheimer's disease - (ANSWER)loss of cognition and consciousness, cant speak

family support is needed at this stage

ex: dont know who you are or where you are



meds for alzheimer's disease - (ANSWER)Donepezil and memantine

-will not reverse what stage they're at but keep them at that stage for a little while longer



Sundowning - (ANSWER)when the client becomes more confused and agitated in the late afternoon or
evening



Delirium - (ANSWER)temporary state of confusion and forgetfullness



Parksinson's disease - (ANSWER)

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