The nurse prepares the patient for a test to determine the cause of the cerebrovascular accident (CVA). For which test should the nurse teach the client and family?
A) Carotid Doppler studies
B) Visual acuity testing
C) Arterial blood flow to weakened extremity
D) Speech therapy evaluation
A
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Those with arteriosclerosis are at risk for thrombus formation causing most CVAs. Carotid Doppler studies examine the blood flow to the brain and arteriosclerosis. The other choices evaluate the impact of cerebrovascular attacks.
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