During convalescence a team approach to rehabilitation of the stroke victim begins. It is helpful to be knowledgeable about the relative importance of predictors of stroke outcome so that stroke survivors and their families can set realistic goals
What are the predictors of stroke outcome? (Mark all that apply.)
A) NIHSS score
B) Race
C) Level of consciousness at time of admission
D) Gender
E) Age
Ans: A, C, E
Feedback: It is helpful for clinicians to be knowledgeable about the relative importance of predictors of stroke outcome (age, NIHSS score, and level of consciousness at time of admission) in order to provide stroke survivors and their families with realistic goals. Race and gender are not predictors of stroke outcome.
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