After a stroke, a client has ataxia. What intervention is most appropriate to include on the client's plan of care?
a. Ambulate only with a gait belt.
b. Encourage double swallowing.
c. Monitor lung sounds after eating.
d. Perform post-void residuals.
ANS: A
Ataxia is a gait disturbance. For the client's safety, he or she should have assistance and use a gait belt when ambulating. Ataxia is not related to swallowing, aspiration, or voiding.
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