A nurse is assessing a client who recently had a stroke. What is one area of assessment necessary to promote safety?
A) Neuromuscular
B) Respiratory
C) Gastrointestinal
D) Genitourinary
Ans: A
Anything that affects a patient's health state potentially can affect the safety of the environment. For example, a nurse who is assessing a patient with a recent stroke would assess neuromuscular impairment to prevent falls.
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