The nurse is preparing a rehabilitation plan for a client who has had a major stroke. Which of the following members of the team would help to improve the client's aphasia?
A) Speech therapist
B) Occupational therapist
C) Physical therapist
D) Nutritionist
A
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The person who has had a major stroke (cerebrovascular accident [CVA]) often must overcome aphasia (difficulty in speaking). A speech therapist would be included to help with speaking, an occupational therapist helps with ADLs, a physical therapist helps with paralysis that may occur with stroke, and a nutritionist helps with meal plans and eating.
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