A patient has been admitted to a unit at a primary stroke center after experiencing an ischemic stroke
The nurse on the unit is aware of the vital importance of rehabilitative efforts and knows that an active rehabilitation program should begin at what point?
A) As soon as the patient is able to independently identify goals for rehabilitation
B) As soon as moderate motor activity is regained on the affected side
C) As soon as sensory ability is regained on the affected side
D) As soon as the patient regains consciousness
D
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