Which Assessment Indicates That a Patient with a CVA Is

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which assessment indicates that a patient with a CVA is in transition to the rehabilitation phase?

• A) BP has been within normal limits for 24 hours.
• B) Patient makes positive statements about his condition.
• C) No further neurologic deficits are observed.
• D) Successful attempts are made at independent function.

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Definitions:

Brain Deterioration

A process where cognitive functions and neuronal health decline, often due to aging or neurological diseases.

Neurocognitive Disorder

An overarching label for diminished cognitive abilities caused by a medical ailment, excluding psychiatric conditions.

Disorientation

The lack of awareness about time, place, or identity.

Incoherent Speech

Speech that is difficult to understand due to not following logical or understandable patterns.