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natalie2426 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The family of a patient who experienced a stroke after percutaneous coronary revascularization asks the nurse what caused the stroke to occur. How should the nurse respond to the family?

1. A stroke could have been caused by clot particles from the procedure.
2. Stroke is usually caused by ruptured plaque inside the coronary artery.
3. Stroke is caused by heart failure.
4. No one knows what causes strokes.

Question 2

The nurse is conducting teaching about risk factor management for cardiovascular disease (CVD) at a senior center. What is the most important information for the nurse to include?

1. Stop smoking.
2. Eat in moderation.
3. Exercise when able.
4. Reduce saturated fats in the diet.

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

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1
After percutaneous coronary revascularization clot particles can migrate leading to a stroke. Plaque inside a coronary artery would travel downstream and lodge in a smaller vessel in the heart. Heart failure does not cause a stroke. Stating that no one knows what causes strokes is not a true statement; blood clots and ruptured vessels cause strokes.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Cigarette smoking is the leading independent risk factor for coronary heart disease. Diet and exercise management are important but not as significant a factor as smoking.