For this assignment, please create a patient case scenario/story. The story should be at least 3 paragraphs long. In the scenario, you can explain the patient’s history, their HPI related to presenting stroke symptoms, their hospital course, family interactions, challenges with recovery, etc. It is an opportunity to be creative. You can also add any additional information that you think would make the scenario more informative. In the story, you must utilize any 20 words below. For each word utilized, please highlight it in yellow. The intent of this assignment is to work your way through a client’s scenario experiencing a CVA(whichever type you choose) from the acute onset, presenting symptoms, diagnostics, treatment, and recovery. Make sure you have a full understanding of the type of stroke you choose for the client to experience, from the beginning to the end.
Ischemic CVA
Hemorrhagic CVA
atherosclerosis
Carotid endarterectomy
Decreased perfusion
Cerebral aneurysm
A Fib
anticoagulants
Subarachnoid hemorrhage
diabetes
hypertension
weakness
aphasia
Cerebral blood flow
ataxia
confusion
Aortic dissection
Tenecteplase (TNK)
CT scan
Head trauma
dysphagia
apraxia
MRI
headache
Antiplatelets
agnosia
hemiparesis
Nimodipine
Active Bleeding
Decadron
craniotomy
Homonymous hemianopsia
Occupational therapy
NPO
Speech therapist
Plavix
Assistive devices
Dilantin
Blood products
Fluid resuscitation
Swallow evaluation
Physical therapy
Intracranial pressure
Cerebral oxygenation
TIA
Cocaine use
tPa
neurosurgery