Ms. Mabel Zack is transferred to your rehabilitation facility after a cerebral vascular accident (stroke) 2 weeks ago. When you review her chart, it indicates she has right-sided hemiparesis, memory deficits, and dysphagia (difficulty swallowing). Outline appropriate assessments to determine if it is safe to give Ms. Zack oral medications.

Ms. Mabel Zack is transferred to your rehabilitation facility after a cerebral vascular accident (stroke) 2 weeks ago. When you review her chart, it indicates she has right-sided hemiparesis, memory deficits, and dysphagia (difficulty swallowing). Outline appropriate assessments to determine if it is safe to give Ms. Zack oral medications.

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