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    Patient Data Exhibits The nurse administered tPA and conducted neurologic assessments every 15 minutes during the infusion. The tPA infusion finished and the nurse performed neurologic assessments every 30 minutes for the 6 hours following the administration. The client was noted to be stable with unchanged neurologic assessments. The nurse begins to plan care for the client's recovery and identifies interdisciplinary team members who can assist with the client's recovery. Which interdisciplinary team member(s) should assist the client in recovery? Select all that apply.

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale: A. Respiratory Therapist: Although respiratory therapists are involved when respiratory compromise occurs, the client has normal oxygen saturation and stable respiratory function, so this role isn’t prioritized in current care. B. Pharmacy Technician: Pharmacy technicians focus on medication dispensing and inventory, but do not participate in direct patient care or individualized therapy planning for stroke recovery. C. Speech Therapist: A speech therapist is essential for evaluating and managing post-stroke speech and swallowing difficulties, such as dysarthria and dysphagia, which this client is exhibiting. D. Medical Assistant: Medical assistants support clinic operations and perform basic administrative or procedural tasks, not advanced rehabilitative or discharge planning roles in acute stroke recovery. E. Case Manager: The case manager facilitates discharge planning, ensures access to follow-up care and services, and coordinates rehabilitation or home care as needed for stroke recovery. F. Physical Therapist: A physical therapist aids in improving mobility and strength, especially with the client’s observed diminished left-sided motor function, helping restore independence and prevent complications. G. Chief Nursing Officer: The CNO is a high-level administrative leader not involved in direct bedside care or individual rehabilitation planning, making them unnecessary for the client’s interdisciplinary recovery team. H. Occupational Therapist: Occupational therapists help the client regain skills needed for daily living, such as dressing or feeding, which may be impaired due to hemiparesis from the stroke.

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