While caring for a patient diagnosed with cerebrovascular accident, the nurse noted that the patient...

Agnosia is the term used to describe a condition where a person is unable to recognize familiar objects, even though their sensory modalities (like vision or hearing) are intact. This can occur after a cerebrovascular accident (stroke) if the part of the brain responsible for processing sensory information is damaged. Apraxia refers to the inability to perform purposeful movements or tasks despite having the desire and physical ability to do so. Aphasia is a condition characterized by the inability to understand or express speech. Anopsia refers to a defect in the visual field.