The nurse is caring for a client after a stroke. The client has a right facial droop, drools continuously, and chokes on her own saliva. What rehabilitation team member should the nurse consult to ensure client safety?
a. Speech-language pathologist
b. Nutritionist
c. Rehabilitation case manager
d. Cognitive therapist
A
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) evaluate and retrain clients with speech, language, or swallowing problems. Nutritionists may be needed to ensure that clients meet their nutritional needs. Rehabilitation case managers coordinate the efforts of health care team members. Cogni-tive therapists, usually neuropsychologists, work primarily with clients who have experienced head injury with cognitive impairment.
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