The Nurse Is Preparing an Educational Session on Stroke Prevention

question 10

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing an educational session on stroke prevention for a group of senior citizens. What information would be important for the nurse to provide to these participants? Select all that apply.

• A) Stop smoking.
• B) Stop drinking alcohol.
• C) Maintain a healthy body weight.
• D) Follow a low-sodium diet as prescribed.
• E) Take blood pressure medication as prescribed.

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Definitions:

Water Velocity

The speed at which water flows in a given direction within a river, stream, or other body of water.

Downstream

In the direction that a stream or river flows, from its source towards its mouth, often used to describe areas or processes occurring in this direction.

Sediment Load

The amount of sediment carried by a river, stream, or other body of moving water, which can affect water quality and ecosystem health.

Stream Velocity

The speed at which water flows in a stream or river, typically measured in meters per second.