Which behavioral tendency may a client with a right hemispheric stroke exhibit?

A client with a right hemispheric stroke may exhibit impulsivity and poor judgment due to the role of the right hemisphere in processing emotions, visuospatial abilities, and certain aspects of executive function. Damage to this area can lead to deficits in awareness of one’s own deficits (anosognosia) and reduced insight, often resulting in rash decision-making and acting without considering consequences.

In contrast, difficulty in spatial awareness is characterized more distinctly by issues related to right hemispheric lesions, where clients may struggle navigating their surroundings or understanding spatial relationships. Significant hyperactivity and preference for solitary activities are not typically associated with right hemisphere strokes, which may lead to other emotional or behavioral changes rather than increased activity or social withdrawal. Understanding these tendencies can help guide effective rehabilitation strategies for clients recovering from such a stroke.