A client recovering from a recent stroke is having difficulty with speech,memory,and movement of the extremities on the left side of the body.The nurse explains to the family that which area of the CNS has most likely been affected by the stroke?

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The cerebrum is responsible for controlling movement, speech, and memory. Damage to this area of the brain is common with strokes and can lead to the symptoms described in the scenario. The limbic system is not directly involved in these functions and the cerebellum and thalamus are less likely to be affected by a stroke causing these particular symptoms.

A Client Recovering from a Recent Stroke Is Having Difficulty