A hospitalised person has become unresponsive. The left side of the body is flaccid. The attending doctor believes the person may have had a stroke (CVA). What is the nurse's priority intervention?

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The priority intervention when a patient becomes unresponsive and is suspected to have had a stroke is to assess the airway and breathing to ensure adequate oxygenation. This is a life-threatening situation that requires immediate attention. Once the airway and breathing have been assessed, performing neurological observations, assessing blood pressure, and monitoring urinary output should also be done as part of the ongoing care plan. However, the priority in this situation is to ensure that the patient is able to breathe properly.

A Hospitalised Person Has Become Unresponsive