ATI RN
ATI Nurs 2000 Fundamentals Questions
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A patient arrives in the emergency department exhibiting symptoms of a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). Which diagnostic evaluations would the nurse anticipate before treatment is initiated?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Brain CT or MRI. In a patient presenting with symptoms of a cerebrovascular accident (CV
A), such as sudden weakness or numbness of the face, arm, or leg, difficulty speaking, or severe headache, a brain CT or MRI is crucial for diagnosis. These imaging tests can identify the location and extent of the brain damage caused by a CVA, guiding appropriate treatment decisions such as thrombolytic therapy or surgical intervention. Prothrombin level (
A) is not typically relevant in the acute management of a CVA. Chest x-ray (
C) is not directly related to diagnosing a CVA. Lumbar puncture (
D) is not indicated in the acute phase of a suspected CVA as it is primarily used to evaluate conditions affecting the spinal cord and brain tissue.
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