Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
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
A
Rationale
Antithrombotic therapy prevents blood clots and reduces the risk of recurrent ischemic stroke. Diuretics, anticonvulsants, and opioid analgesics are not typically used for stroke prevention.