The Area of Neural Tissue That Dies Following a Stroke

question 148

Multiple Choice

The area of neural tissue that dies following a stroke is known as the

• A) infarct.
• B) aneurysm.
• C) thrombosis.
• D) embolism.

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Definitions:

Nursing Process

A systematic approach to nursing care that involves assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

NANDA-I Approved

Pertains to a diagnosis, intervention, or outcome that has been accepted or endorsed by the North American Nursing Diagnosis Association International, a professional organization for the development of nursing practice standards.

Acute Pain

A type of pain that is intense and lasts for a short duration, typically serving as a warning of disease or a threat to the body.

Sore Throat

Inflammation of the throat, causing pain or irritation, often a symptom of a viral or bacterial infection.