When assessing a patient diagnosed with brain stem ischemia complaining of vertigo, the nurse will likely observe which of the following clinical manifestations? Select all that apply
A)
Inability to coordinate voluntary muscular movements
B)
Difficulty in articulating words
C)
Feelings of ear fullness
D)
Deafness
E)
Facial weakness
Ans:
A, B, E
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Inability to coordinate voluntary muscular movements (ataxia), difficulty in articulating words (dysarthria), and facial weakness are usually associated with brain stem ischemia. Fullness in the ear is often a sign of Ménière disease. Deafness is usually not associated with brain stem ischemia.
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