Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 70%
Simulated
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a client who had a seizure and became unresponsive after stating she had a sudden, severe headache and vomiting. The client's vital signs are as follows: blood pressure of 198/110 mm Hg, pulse of 82/min, respirations of 24/min, and a temperature of 38.2┬░ C (100.8┬░ F). Which of the following neurologic disorders should the nurse suspect?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Sudden headache, vomiting, and high blood pressure suggest hemorrhagic stroke.