You have been called for a patient who is not feeling well. Assessment indicates an open airway, adequate breathing, and regular radial pulse. He states that his left arm is weak and has had a stroke in the past which caused paralysis in his right arm. He is also a diabetic and has not taken any insulin today because he is out of the medication. Vital signs are pulse 88, respirations 20, blood pressure 186/104, and SpO₂ 95% on home oxygen for his COPD. What assessment finding is most concerning to you?

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The left arm weakness is concerning because it may indicate a new stroke or transient ischemic attack, especially given the patient's history of stroke.

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