The Patient Has Sustained an Ischemic Stroke Involving the Left

question 29

Multiple Choice

The patient has sustained an ischemic stroke involving the left cerebral hemisphere.Which of the following neurologic abnormalities would you expect to see?

• A) Aphasia
• B) Left visual field defect
• C) Difficulty balancing his checkbook
• D) Ataxic gait
• E) Somnolence

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Definitions:

Ageism

Prejudice or discrimination against a person (most commonly an older person) based on age.

Preoperational Thinking

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development where children from ages 2 to 7 engage in symbolic play and struggle with logic and taking the perspective of others.

Ageism

Discrimination or prejudice against individuals or groups based on their age, often directed towards older adults.

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