A Patient Has a Stroke Affecting the Right Hemisphere of the Brain

question 29

Multiple Choice

A patient has a stroke affecting the right hemisphere of the brain. Based on knowledge of the effects of right brain damage, the nurse establishes a nursing diagnosis of

• A) impaired physical mobility related to right hemiplegia.
• B) risk for injury related to denial of deficits and impulsiveness.
• C) impaired verbal communication related to speech-language deficits.
• D) ineffective coping related to depression and distress about disability.

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Definitions:

Phineas Gage

A railroad worker from the 19th century whose behavioral changes after surviving a severe brain injury contributed to the understanding of the role of the frontal lobes in personality.

Limited Emotions

A condition or state where an individual experiences a reduced range of emotions, often due to psychological or neurological factors.

Emotional Intelligence

The skill to comprehend, regulate, and communicate one's emotional state, alongside the capability to manage social interactions with discretion and empathy.

Decision Making

The cognitive process of selecting a course of action from among multiple alternatives, often involving considerations of risk, benefit, and personal values.