Twenty-Four Hours After Admission,a Patient with a Stroke Has Progressive

question 20

Multiple Choice

Twenty-four hours after admission,a patient with a stroke has progressive development of neurological deficits with increasing weakness and decreased level of consciousness.What is the primary goal of nursing management of the patient at this time?

• A) Protecting the skin from breakdown
• B) Monitoring for changes in neurological status
• C) Maintaining the patient's respiratory function
• D) Preventing joint contractures and muscle atrophy

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