Safety and emergenciesQuestion 1049 of 1700

Which problems can result from brain cells damaged by a stroke?

  1. Paralysis, trouble speaking, and mood swings
  2. Fever, rash, and itching
  3. Cough, wheezing, and a runny nose
  4. Sudden chest pain, sweating, and nausea
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Correct answer: Paralysis, trouble speaking, and mood swings

Brain damage changes movement, speech, and mood. Chest pain with sweating points to a heart attack.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 3.2: Emergency Situations

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026