Question 1

Mr. Sanchez is admitted unconscious and has now become responsive. During assessment the nurse notes that Mr. Sanchez is having difficulty recognizing his surroundings. A cerebrovascular accident (CVA) is the presumed diagnosis. The nurse understands that Mr. Sanchez is likely to be experiencing ____________________.

A) agnosia
B) apraxia
C) aphasia
D) cognitive loss

A

Accepted Answer

Agnosia is the medical term used to describe difficulty recognizing familiar objects, people, or surroundings. This is often experienced by patients who have suffered from a stroke or other types of brain injury, which is consistent with the presumed diagnosis of CVA in Mr. Sanchez. Apraxia refers to difficulty with movement or coordinating movements, and aphasia refers to difficulty with language and communication. While cognitive loss may also be present in patients with stroke, the specific symptom of difficulty recognizing surroundings is more indicative of agnosia.

Question 2

What is the cause of traumatic brain injuries?&#10;A) Infection of the brain&#10;B) Conditions that restrict or interfere with blood and oxygen reaching parts of the brain&#10;C) Near-drowning&#10;D) Injury to the brain from an external force

Accepted Answer

Traumatic brain injuries are caused by an external force, such as blunt force trauma, penetrating wounds, or acceleration/deceleration forces. Infection, conditions that restrict blood flow, and near-drowning can lead to brain damage, but they do not fall under the category of traumatic brain injuries.

Question 3

Which of the following is a common cause of an ischemic stroke?&#10;A) Thrombus&#10;B) Penetrating brain injury&#10;C) Obesity&#10;D) Heavy alcohol use&#10;

Accepted Answer

A thrombus is a blood clot that forms in a blood vessel and can obstruct the flow of blood in the circulatory system. When a thrombus forms in the arteries that supply blood to the brain, it can lead to an ischemic stroke by blocking the flow of oxygen and nutrients to brain tissue, causing cells to die. Other factors such as obesity (C) and heavy alcohol use (D) may contribute to the risk of stroke, but they are not direct causes like a thrombus. A penetrating brain injury (B) is more likely to cause a hemorrhagic stroke or other types of brain injury rather than an ischemic stroke.

Question 4

Which of the following is a common cause of cerebral hemorrhage?&#10;A) Embolism&#10;B) Uncontrolled hypertension&#10;C) Carbon monoxide poisoning&#10;D) Infections

Accepted Answer

Uncontrolled hypertension is a common cause of cerebral hemorrhage, as the increased blood pressure can cause blood vessels in the brain to rupture. Embolism, infections, and carbon monoxide poisoning can all cause injury to the brain, but they are not typical causes of cerebral hemorrhage.

Question 5

Mr. Jones is having difficulty with the ability to understand verbal and written language after experiencing a stroke. What is this communication difficulty called?&#10;A) Aphasia&#10;B) Dysarthria&#10;C) Hemiplegia&#10;D) Contracture

Accepted Answer

Aphasia is a language disorder caused by damage to the brain, often from a stroke, that affects a person's ability to understand and produce language. It can impact both verbal and written communication skills. Dysarthria, on the other hand, is a speech disorder that affects the physical ability to talk clearly, often due to muscle weakness or paralysis. Hemiplegia is a condition characterized by weakness or paralysis on one side of the body, often caused by a stroke. Contracture is the tightening and shortening of muscles, joints, or tendons, which can limit movement and flexibility.

Question 6

You are having dysphasia after a stroke. What condition are you experiencing?&#10;A) Pain&#10;B) Seizures&#10;C) Difficulty with swallowing&#10;D) Partial loss of emotional control

Accepted Answer

Dysphasia is difficulty with language or speech, including difficulty with understanding or producing written or spoken language, which can be caused by damage to the brain from a stroke. It is not related to pain, seizures, or loss of emotional control.

Question 7

Which of the following could be an underlying chronic condition that could contribute to having a stroke?&#10;A) Paralysis&#10;B) Hypotension&#10;C) Kidney disease&#10;D) Diabetes

Accepted Answer

Diabetes is a chronic condition that can cause damage to blood vessels, which can lead to blockages and increase the risk of stroke.

Question 8

What is another term for transient ischemic attacks (TIAs)?&#10;A) Hemorrhagic strokes&#10;B) Mini-strokes&#10;C) Apraxia&#10;D) Paresthesia

Accepted Answer

Transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) are often referred to as mini-strokes because they have similar symptoms to a stroke but typically last only a few minutes to a few hours and do not cause permanent damage to the brain. The other answer choices are not synonyms or related to TIAs.

Question 9

What is the most visible sign of right-sided brain damage?&#10;A) Left-sided motor and sensory paralysis&#10;B) Right-sided motor and sensory paralysis&#10;C) Language difficulties&#10;D) Difficulty reading

Accepted Answer

Right-sided brain damage typically results in left-sided motor and sensory paralysis due to the brain's control of the opposite side of the body.

Question 10

If an individual experiences uncomfortable sensations such as tingling, burning, or pain, they are experiencing __________________.&#10;A) ataxia&#10;B) edematous&#10;C) paresthesia&#10;D) hypertension

Accepted Answer

Paresthesia refers to abnormal sensations such as tingling, burning, or pain that are often described as pins and needles. Ataxia refers to lack of muscle coordination, edematous means swollen due to fluid accumulation, and hypertension means high blood pressure, all of which are not related to uncomfortable sensations.

Question 11

An individual has recently experienced a cerebral vascular accident. She has been released from the acute care hospital and has been transferred to a rehabilitation facility where you have been asked to begin assisting her to develop her rehabilitation plan. As a result of her stroke, she has Wernicke's aphasia. In preparing to work with her, how might you anticipate the Wernicke's aphasia to affect her functional ability?

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Question 12

Describe and distinguish between various types of aphasia.

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Question 13

Explain the differences between traumatic brain injury and nontraumatic brain damage.

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Question 14

Describe the two classifications of a stroke.

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Question 15

Whether a stroke is ischemic or hemorrhagic, the amount, degree, and type of function affected by stroke depend on three factors. What are those factors?

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Question 16

Comprehensive rehabilitation and other therapeutic programs are often required for months to years after stroke to help individuals recover ability and adapt to the residual effects of stroke. Discuss the function of each of the multidisciplinary needed for rehabilitation.

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Question 17

What are the most common underlying chronic conditions that are associated with precipitating a stroke?

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Question 18

Discuss the complications that are associated with strokes.

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Question 19

Discuss transient ischemic attacks (TIAs).

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Question 20

List some of the commons cause of cerebral hemorrhage and hemorrhagic stroke.

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Deck 5: Stroke