ATI RN Custom Nursing 221 Exam 3

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A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a client who had a seizure and became unresponsive after stating she had a sudden, severe headache and vomiting. The client's vital signs are as follows: blood pressure of 198/110 mm Hg, pulse of 82/min, respirations of 24/min, and a temperature of 38.2° C (100.8° F). Which of the following neurologic disorders should the nurse suspect?

A. Hemorrhagic stroke. B. Thrombotic stroke. C. Embolic stroke. D. Transient ischemic attack (TIA).

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Sudden headache, vomiting, and high blood pressure suggest hemorrhagic stroke.

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A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a client who had a seizure and became unresponsive after stating she had a sudden, severe headache and vomiting. The client's vital signs are as follows: blood pressure of 198/110 mm Hg, pulse of 82/min, respirations of 24/min, and a temperature of 38.2° C (100.8° F). Which of the following neurologic disorders should the nurse suspect?

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