The nurse is assisting in preparing a patient for transfer to a rehabilitation facility after a stroke. What is most likely the goal for rehabilitation?
a. To cure any effects of the stroke
b. To maximize remaining abilities
c. To monitor neurological status
d. To determine the extent of neurological deficits
ANS: B
Rehabilitation can help the patient maximize remaining abilities. At this point, the patient's neurological status should be stable, and all the diagnostic work has been completed. Cure is not realistic.
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