A 61-year-old patient has a change in mental status and unilateral weakness that began suddenly...

The correct answer is D because this patient’s sudden change in mental status and one-sided weakness strongly suggest an acute stroke/CVA . Another commonly expected stroke finding is speech difficulty , including dysphasia/aphasia . The CDC lists stroke warning signs as sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body and sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or difficulty understanding speech . ( CDC )