You Are a Nurse Working with an Older Patient Named

question 4

Multiple Choice

You are a nurse working with an older patient named Rob, who is recovering from a stroke. Which of the following is the best example of a tertiary disease prevention intervention for Rob?

• A)Evaluating the patient's family history for evidence of stroke
• B)Encouraging the patient to take an aspirin daily to reduce the risk of clots
• C)Providing the patient with an exercise plan to improve his overall cardiovascular health
• D)Monitoring the patient's rehabilitative therapies, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies

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