A client who had a stroke combs her hair only on the right side of her head and washes only the right side of her face.How does the nurse interpret these actions?

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Clients who have experienced a right hemisphere stroke often have neglect syndrome,in which they are unaware of the existence of the paralyzed side,or the left side.This injury would not have an effect on the client's sight.This is not related to poor motor control or paralysis.

A Client Who Had a Stroke Combs Her Hair Only