APEX NIH Stroke Scale Patient Assessments

Questions and Answers

What is the score for Patient 1 in section 1a?

What is the score for Patient 2 in section 1b?

What is the score for Patient 3 in section 6a?

What is the score for Patient 4 in section 8?

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What is the score for Patient 5 in section 5a?

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What is the score for Patient 6 in section 6b?

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Which patient has a score of 0 in section 5b?

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Which patient has the highest score in section 4?

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What score did Patient 2 receive in section 10?

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Which patient has a score of 0 across all sections?

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Study Notes

Patient Assessments - APEX NIH Stroke Scale

Patient 1 has a total score of 12, indicating mild to moderate impairment with notable deficits in limb movements and facial symmetry.
Patient 2 scores 6, with moderate issues in speech and facial recognition; facial droop and response to commands are also observed.
Patient 3 has a score of 6, with significant score in limb movements but shows preserved facial and verbal function.
Patient 4 has a low score of 3, reflecting minimal impairment across all assessed areas, primarily functional responses.
Patient 5 registers a total score of 11, indicating moderate impairment; significant issues arise from limb movements and speech.
Patient 6 records a total score of 1, highlighting a very mild impairment, mainly related to facial responsiveness and limb movements.

Scores Overview

Scores range from 0 (no impairment) to maximums reflecting varying levels of stroke severity.
The APEX NIH Stroke Scale assesses various aspects such as verbal response, limb movement, and facial symmetry to gauge stroke impact.
Evaluating each patient's detailed scores helps in tailoring appropriate care and intervention strategies.

Description

This quiz focuses on patient assessments using the APEX NIH Stroke Scale, which measures various aspects of stroke severity and impairment. Participants will analyze and interpret scores from multiple patients, identifying their levels of functional ability and deficits. Engage with the complexities of stroke assessment and improve your understanding of clinical evaluations.