A 56 year old female client asks why the nurse is assessing her for a stroke. Which manifestations did the nurse use to make this assessment decision? (Select all that apply.)
a. Nausea
b. Hiccups
c. Itchy skin
d. Chest pain
e. Palpitations
ANS: A, B, D, E
Women have unique symptoms of a stroke including a sudden onset of nausea, hiccups, chest pain, and palpitations. C. Itchy skin is not a manifestation of a stroke.
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Which finding would the nurse expect when assessing the legs of a patient who has a lower motor neuron lesion?
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Interrogatory
What will be an ideal response?