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james9437 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse working in the emergency department assesses a client who has symptoms of stroke. For what modifiable risk factors should the nurse assess? (Select all that apply.)

a. Alcohol intake
b. Diabetes
c. High-fat diet
d. Obesity
e. Smoking

Question 2

After a stroke, a client has ataxia. What intervention is most appropriate to include on the client's plan of care?

a. Ambulate only with a gait belt.
b. Encourage double swallowing.
c. Monitor lung sounds after eating.
d. Perform post-void residuals.

joshbk44 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, D, E
Alcohol intake, a high-fat diet, obesity, and smoking are all modifiable risk factors for stroke. Diabetes is not modifiable but is a risk factor that can be controlled with medical intervention.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Ataxia is a gait disturbance. For the client's safety, he or she should have assistance and use a gait belt when ambulating. Ataxia is not related to swallowing, aspiration, or voiding.