Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
Simulated
A nurse is planning the discharge of a client who had an ischemic stroke. The nurse should ensure that the client is discharged with which of the following types of pharmacologic therapy?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Antithrombotic therapy (e.g., aspirin) prevents recurrent ischemic strokes by reducing clot formation. Diuretics, anticonvulsants, or opioids are not routinely indicated unless specific complications like edema, seizures, or pain are present.