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1 Week 3 Assignment Name Walden University NURS 6512: Advanced Health Assessment Professor Date
2 Chief Complaint The patient's chief complaint is slurred speech, and he presents with significantly elevated blood pressure (210/100). Essential Physical Examinations and Diagnostic Tests Neurological Exam: Essential for evaluating brain functions, particularly those related to speech, muscle coordination, sensation, and reflexes. This examination is crucial for someone presenting with slurred speech to pinpoint potential neurological disorders. Blood Pressure Verification: Re-measuring the blood pressure in both arms is necessary to confirm the initial elevated readings. Continuous high measurements warrant an in-depth investigation into the underlying causes and severity of hypertension. Blood Work: This should include a complete blood count (CBC), electrolyte panel, renal function tests, and cardiac enzyme tests. These tests help identify infections, electrolyte imbalances, kidney issues, or cardiac conditions. Brain Imaging (CT scan or MRI): These tests are critical for spotting acute conditions like stroke or bleeding, offering detailed images of the brain to locate bleeds, stroke damage, tumors, or other irregularities. Electrocardiogram (EKG): An EKG can detect heart problems that might contribute to high blood pressure or neurological symptoms by recording the heart's electrical activity. Interpreting Results for Diagnosis Neurological Exam Outcomes: This may reveal neurological deficits indicative of conditions such as a stroke.
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