Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 89%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
History and physicalFlow sheet
NursesÔÇÖ Notes
Imaging studies 1935
A 70-year-old female presents to the emergency department through triage with a noticeable facial droop and garbled speech. After having a few drinks at a local seafood restaurant, the patientÔÇÖs husband noticed his wifeÔÇÖs speech became difficult to understand
Specify which findings indicate early interventions for an ischemic stroke were effective? Focused assessment area: Neurological, Muscoskeletal, Psychosocial
Correct answer
B,B,B
Rationale
Neurological: Speaking in short sentences indicates improved speech from garbled to intelligible. Muscoskeletal: Ambulating with a walker shows regained mobility. Psychosocial: Tearful sharing of stories reflects normal emotional expression and preserved memory, indicating effective early interventions.