A nurse is caring for a patient with an ischemic stroke in the right middle cerebral artery (MCA) territory. Which interventions should be prioritized? (Select all that apply.)

A patient taking phenytoin for epilepsy reports unsteady gait, slurred speech, and diplopia. Which nursing interventions are appropriate? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse is performing a neurological assessment on a patient with a suspected brainstem infarction. Which finding requires immediate intervention?

A patient arrives at the ED with sudden-onset left-sided hemiplegia, facial droop, and slurred speech that began 45 minutes ago. The non-contrast CT scan is negative for hemorrhage. What is the nurse’s next priority?

A patient taking methylphenidate reports loss of appetite, weight loss, and palpitations. What is the nurse’s best response?

A patient presents with double vision and reports difficulty focusing on objects. The nurse is assessing extraocular movements. What is the most sensitive test for detecting cranial nerve dysfunction?

A patient with generalized anxiety disorder is prescribed a benzodiazepine. The nurse knows that CNS depressants are primarily used for which clinical indications?

Which reagent amounts indicate a positive reaction to protein digestion? (Reference Part 2 of the Chemical Digestion Lab)

A nurse is monitoring a patient receiving opioid analgesics. Which finding is most concerning?

A hospital has implemented a no-lift policy. What is the primary benefit of this policy?