To determine how much of the maximum six years (600%) of Pell Grant the student uses each year, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) compares the actual amount awarded for the award year with the scheduled award amount for that award year. A student who uses 100% receives the full award.
Hearing loss is not routinely assessed after stroke. Furthermore, because of other severe symptoms patient may not be aware of their hearing loss at the time of stroke. Consequently, hearing loss can remain undetected yet may have important implications for rehabilitation.
Weakness on the side of the body and in muscles also causes speech problems in stroke victims. Muscles in the tongue, palate and lips may be affected to result in slowed, distorted or slurred speech, according to the American Heart Association. The condition that affects the tongue and other muscles is called dysarthria. Recovering stroke victims may need the help of a speech therapist to regain their speech.