Which of the following is TRUE regarding the pathophysiology of stroke?

A) Ischemic stroke is often a result of an aneurysm.
B) Neurological damage and death can begin within four minutes.
C) Ventricular fibrillation leads to the formation of blood clots in the atria.
D) Ischemic stroke usually presents with a severe headache.

Answer: B

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A) Red B) Green C) Yellow D) Black

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Both internal and external noise can interrupt the ____________________ of health care workers and cause medication errors

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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