A Patient Has Sustained a Stroke and Is No Longer

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient has sustained a stroke and is no longer able to control his epiglottis.Why should the nurse be concerned about the patient?

• A) The patient is at increased risk of aspiration.
• B) The patient will need surgery to close his epiglottis.
• C) The patient will need a tracheostomy to breathe.
• D) The patient is at risk for a pneumothorax.

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Definitions:

Dense Regular Collagenous

A type of connective tissue that has closely packed collagen fibers aligned in a parallel manner, providing high tensile strength in one direction, commonly found in tendons and ligaments.

Tendons

Fibrous connective tissues that attach muscle to bone, allowing for the transmission of forces to facilitate movement.

Ligaments

Tough, fibrous connective tissues that connect bones to other bones, providing joint stability.

Glia

Non-neuronal cells in the central and peripheral nervous system that provide support, nourishment, and protection for neurons.