Scenario: Jacob Henderson, age 82, is admitted to the medica…
Scenario: Jacob Henderson, age 82, is admitted to the medical unit with a recent history of left-sided facial droop, limited movement of the left extremities, and slurred speech. The health care provider diagnoses a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). Question 1: The nurse recognizes Mr. Henderson’s symptoms as most likely indicates damage to what part of the brain. Question 2: Mr. Henderson is allowed nothing by mouth the first day of hospitalization. When questioned by his wife about this order, the nurse tells Mrs. Henderson the patient will be evaluated by a speech therapist because of his increased risk for which of the following? Question 3: Mr. Henderson’s health care provider prescribes aspirin 325 mg daily starting the day after the stroke. During use of this medication, the nurse will assess Mr. Henderson for which side effect?