ATI N 1201222 Med Surg Final Exam

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A nurse is caring for a client with a pre-existing cardiovascular disease and atrial fibrillation. What type of stroke is this client at increased risk to have?

A. hemorrhagic stroke B. thrombotic stroke C. embolic stroke D. subarachnoid stroke

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Atrial fibrillation increases embolic stroke risk due to heart clots traveling to the brain. Hemorrhagic, thrombotic, and subarachnoid strokes are less directly linked.

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