Which statement is accurate about the recommendations for BP management after an ischemic stroke?

The BP must be lower than 130/70 mm Hg to receive fibrinolytic agents.

Elevated BPs are expected after a stroke, and drug therapy should be initiated.

A lower BP is a protective response to maintain cerebral perfusion.

Drugs to lower BP are recommended if the BP is 220/120 mm Hg or higher

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A.   The BP must be lower than 180/105 mm Hg to receive fibrinolytic agents, not 130/70 mm Hg.
B.   Elevated BPs are common immediately after a stroke, but drug therapy to lower BP is not initiated unless it reaches high levels (typically > 220/120 mm Hg).
C.   A lower BP does not act as a protective response; maintaining a higher BP can be necessary initially after a stroke to ensure adequate cerebral perfusion.

D.   If BP is 220/120 mm Hg or higher after ischemic stroke, aggressive antihypertensive therapy is initiated to reduce the risk of hemorrhagic transformation and other complications.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Left-sided strokes commonly affect language and speech functions due to damage in the language center, so communication goals should be prioritized.
B. Impulsive behavior is more commonly associated with right-sided strokes, not left-sided strokes.
C. Left-sided motor deficits are due to the right hemisphere being affected, not the left hemisphere.
D. Loss of depth perception is more often seen with right-sided strokes, affecting the right hemisphere.

A. History of hypertension B. Obesity C. Genetics D. History of smoking

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Hypertension is a modifiable risk factor for stroke, not a nonmodifiable one.
B. Obesity is a modifiable risk factor, as lifestyle changes can affect weight.
C. Genetics are a nonmodifiable risk factor, as family history cannot be changed and increases stroke risk.
D. History of smoking is a modifiable risk factor. Stopping smoking reduces stroke risk.

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