A 92-year-old patient has had a stroke. The right side of his face is drooping. The nurse might also suspect which of these assessment findings?

A. Xerostomia (dry mouth) is common in some conditions but not typically associated with a stroke. B. Rhinorrhea (runny nose) is not a typical finding related to stroke. C. Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) is a common issue for patients after a stroke, especially if the stroke affects the areas of the brain responsible for swallowing. D. Epistaxis (nosebleed) is not a direct consequence of a stroke. The nurse should be more concerned with symptoms related to swallowing, speech, and motor function, such as dysphagia.