Case Studies
(LO 17-4, 17-5) You have been instructed to watch for signs of a cerbrovascular accident as you work with a patient. What is the definition of a stroke? What are the signs to report? The nurse asks you to reinforce the prevention of stroke. What should you tell the patient? ____________________
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Sudden onset of neurological deficit resulting from disease of the blood vessels that supply the brain. Memory loss, dizziness, headache, fainting, weakness, blurred vision, speech difficulty, and partial paralysis Have regular blood pressure checks Take blood pressure medication as prescribed Reduce dietary salt intake Stop smoking Reduce and control weight within a normal range Decrease the intake of foods high in saturated fats and cholesterol Avoid drinking alcohol Encourage be monitored by the healthcare provider if taking oral contrceptives Increase daily activity Increase fruits and vegetable in the diet