A patient arrives at the emergency department and states, "Something is wrong. I just don't feel right." Which objective data causes the nurse to suspect the patient is experiencing some type of stroke?

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Ataxia, or the lack of muscle coordination, can be a sign of a stroke, especially if it occurs suddenly. This can affect the patient's ability to walk or perform tasks that require fine motor skills, indicating a potential neurological impairment such as a stroke.

A Patient Arrives at the Emergency Department and States, "Something