A stroke is caused by
A. a blockage in the heart muscle.
B. neurological problems.
C. loss of blood flow to part of the brain.
D. inflammation, infection, and edema.
Answer: C
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A nurse is caring for a patient with stress incontinence. Teaching has been effective if the patient states:
1. "I need to do Kegel exercises to help strengthen the muscles that control the urine." 2. "I need to drink fluids with my meals but not in between meals." 3. "I should not do sit-ups because that will increase my abdominal pressure." 4. "I should avoid things that make me sneeze or cough."