The pathophysiology of Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA).

        1) Describe the pathophysiology of Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA). What are the signs and symptoms? 2) List possible risk factors for stroke. 3) Describe the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS). 4) Research the possible medications for treating an acute stroke and identify contraindications for thrombolytic therapy. 5) Describe “permissive hypertension.” 6) Research the pharmacology of intravenous Labetalol. What would be the indicated use of this medication for the acute stroke patient? (Hint: BP parameters) 7) Name three nursing diagnoses and related interventions specific to the care of the stroke patient. 8) What signs and symptoms may alert the nurse that the stroke patient might have difficulty swallowing and is therefore at risk for aspiration? Should nurses assess all stroke patients for swallowing ability? 9) Identify at least four interdisciplinary team members involved in the care of stroke patients. (Consider acute and long-term care)