Multiple Choice
The nurse is assessing a patient who experienced a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) 24 hours ago. The patient does not have a gag reflex. Which conclusions by the nurse are appropriate based on this data? Select all that apply.
A) Damage to cranial nerve IX
B) Damage to cranial nerve X
C) Risk for aspiration
D) Potential malignancy
E) Herpes simplex virus
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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