Question 1

The major threat to survival of a patient who has had a CVA is:&#10;A)status asthmaticus&#10;B)recurrent CVA&#10;C)cardiovascular disease&#10;D)hypoglycemia

Accepted Answer

Cardiovascular disease is a major threat because patients who have had a CVA (cerebrovascular accident or stroke) often have underlying cardiovascular issues, which can lead to further complications or events.

Question 2

It is recommended that the conscious TIA or CVA victim be placed in a comfortable ________ position.&#10;A)prone&#10;B)supine&#10;C)semi-Fowler&#10;D)Trendelenburg

Accepted Answer

Placing the conscious TIA or CVA victim in a semi-Fowler position (30-45 degrees) can help improve breathing, reduce swelling, and increase venous return, while still maintaining a comfortable position for the patient. Prone position is not recommended as it can worsen breathing difficulties, while the Trendelenburg position (head down) can increase intracranial pressure. The supine position (lying flat) can also be uncomfortable for breathing and may cause aspiration if the patient has difficulty swallowing.

Question 3

Which of the following is the most significant risk factor in predicting stroke?&#10;A)oral contraceptives&#10;B)hyperlipidemia&#10;C)diabetes mellitus&#10;D)heart disease&#10;E)high blood pressure

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure (also known as hypertension) is the most significant risk factor in predicting stroke. It damages the blood vessels and increases the risk of blood clots, leading to stroke. The other options listed are also risk factors for stroke, but high blood pressure is the most important one to address and control in stroke prevention.

Question 4

A patient who has had a CVA is routinely classified according to the ASA as type__ for 6 months.&#10;A)I&#10;B)II&#10;C)III&#10;D)IV

Accepted Answer

The answer of A patient who has had a CVA...

Question 5

A ____________ is most likely to die from a CVA.&#10;A)white man&#10;B)black man&#10;C)white woman&#10;D)black woman

Accepted Answer

Black men have a higher risk of stroke (CVA - Cerebrovascular Accident) compared to white men, white women, and black women, due to factors like higher prevalence of hypertension, diabetes, and other stroke risk factors in this group.

Question 6

Considering a prothrombin time of 11 to 14 seconds to be normal,a level up to __________ times that amount is considered acceptable for surgical procedures.&#10;A)2.5&#10;B)4&#10;C)6&#10;D)8

Accepted Answer

A prothrombin time up to 2.5 times the normal amount is considered acceptable for surgical procedures. This is because it indicates that the blood's clotting ability, while slower, is still within a range that can be managed safely during surgery.

Question 7

Narrowing of atherosclerotic vessels must be about __% before blood flow drops to clinically significant levels.&#10;A)25&#10;B)50&#10;C)65&#10;D)80

Accepted Answer

Atherosclerotic vessels must be narrowed by at least 80% before blood flow drops to clinically significant levels. This level of narrowing can cause symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue, and can increase the risk of heart attack or stroke. It is important to diagnose and manage atherosclerosis early to prevent complications.

Question 8

An abrupt onset of signs and symptoms are clinical manifestations of CVAs associated with:&#10;A)embolism&#10;B)infarction&#10;C)hemorrhage&#10;D)A,B,and C&#10;E)A and C

Accepted Answer

An abrupt onset of signs and symptoms is typically associated with embolism and hemorrhage. Embolic strokes occur suddenly when a blood clot travels to the brain, and hemorrhagic strokes result from a blood vessel rupturing within the brain. Infarctions can have a more gradual onset as they develop over time due to a blockage that restricts blood flow.

Question 9

Which of the following statements is true of CVA and TIA?&#10;A)in most cases of CVA,the victim is unconscious&#10;B)in most cases of TIA,the victim is unconscious&#10;C)most TIAs last approximately 2 to 10 minutes&#10;D)most CVAs last approximately 2 to 10 minutes

Accepted Answer

TIAs, or transient ischemic attacks, are temporary "mini-strokes" that often last only a few minutes to a few hours and do not typically result in unconsciousness. CVAs, or strokes, can result in unconsciousness but generally last much longer than 2 to 10 minutes.

Question 10

Stroke is the ________ leading cause of death in the United States.&#10;A)second&#10;B)third&#10;C)fourth&#10;D)fifth

Accepted Answer

Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States, following heart disease and cancer.

Question 11

Apoplexy is defined as:&#10;A)an occlusive lacunar thrombi&#10;B)an intracerebral hemorrhage&#10;C)an occlusive emboli&#10;D)a subarachnoid hemorrhage

Accepted Answer

The answer of Apoplexy is defined as:&#10;A)an occlusive lacunar thrombi&#10;B)an...

Deck 19: Cerebrovascular Accident