Below is a summary of Maya’s EHR activity during her four hours in the ED. As a health coach, your job is to recommend changes to decrease the need for future emergency care or hospitalization. You will also provide the resources she needs to understand her diagnosis and what may have caused her condition. Answer the questions and be prepared to discuss the responses with the rest of Maya’s healthcare team.
______ “pins and needles” sensation | ______ face drooping |
______ blurred vision | ______ arm weakness |
______ severe headache | ______ paralysis |
______ speech difficulty | ______ time to call 9-1-1 |
A. LOC question: Month and age |
B. LOC question: Open and close eyes |
C. Gaze |
D. Visual field |
E. Facial palsy |
A. Stroke rehabilitation facility or in-home care |
B. Speaking and communicating |
C. Thinking and memory |
D. Bladder and bowel problems |
E. Swallowing and eating |
A. Decrease her salt intake |
B. Lower her blood pressure |
C. Decrease her total calorie intake |
D. Choose better options for snacking |
E. Lower her cholesterol levels |
F. Begin a walking / exercise program |