When Using a Stroke Scale to Assess a Patient for Abnormal

question 57

Multiple Choice

When using a stroke scale to assess a patient for abnormal speech, the EMT should:

• A) observe verbal ability during assessment.
• B) ask the patient to repeat a common phrase.
• C) question family members about the patient's ability to talk.
• D) write questions on note cards for the patient to read.

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