Which of the following statements shows that the speaker has an accurate understanding of assessment findings related to stroke?
a. "For a stroke to be suspected, both arms must be equally weak."
b. "If one arm is weak, a stroke should be suspected."
c. "A stroke should be suspected only when one arm is paralyzed, not just weak."
d. "If one arm is weak, stroke should be suspected only if the patient's blood pressure is also elevated."
Answer: b
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