Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Paralysis associated with a CVA is usually unilateral.
2. Signs and symptoms of a CVA vary according to the area of the brain affected as well as the type of CVA.
3. People who survive a CVA experience a low risk of recurrence.
4. Anxiety and pain associated with a dental appointment have the potential to trigger a CVA.
5. It is uncommon for a patient to experience a TIA prior to experiencing a severe stroke.
1. True
2. True
3. False
4. True
5. False
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