Identify the Nursing Intervention That Has the Highest Priority for a Client

question 34

Multiple Choice

Identify the nursing intervention that has the highest priority for a client who is experiencing hemiparesis secondary to an intercerebral blood clot (stroke) .

• A)Position the client on the affected side.
• B)Encourage the client to perform active range of motion exercises every 4 hours.
• C)Place hand rolls in the hands to prevent contractures.
• D)Keep the head of the bed flat to prevent dizziness.

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