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A patient who is experiencing aphasia is:
A patient who is experiencing aphasia is:
- Not able to swallow without choking.
- Usually conscious but has slurred speech.
- Experiencing a right hemispheric stroke.
- Unable to produce or understand speech. (correct)
A patient who is possibly experiencing a stroke is NOT eligible for thrombolytic therapy if he or she:
A patient who is possibly experiencing a stroke is NOT eligible for thrombolytic therapy if he or she:
- Has a GCS score that is less than 8.
- Has bleeding within the brain. (correct)
- Has had a prior heart attack.
- Is older than 60 years of age.
A patient with an altered mental status is:
A patient with an altered mental status is:
- Typically alert but is confused as to preceding events.
- Completely unresponsive to all forms of stimuli.
- Not thinking clearly or is incapable of being aroused. (correct)
- Usually able to be aroused with a painful stimulus.
Components of the Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale include:
Components of the Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale include:
Muscle control and body coordination are controlled by the:
Muscle control and body coordination are controlled by the:
Status epilepticus is characterized by:
Status epilepticus is characterized by:
The MOST significant risk factor for a hemorrhagic stroke is:
The MOST significant risk factor for a hemorrhagic stroke is:
The three major parts of the brain are the:
The three major parts of the brain are the:
Which of the following clinical signs is MOST suggestive of a ruptured aneurysm?
Which of the following clinical signs is MOST suggestive of a ruptured aneurysm?
Which of the following MOST accurately describes the cause of an ischemic stroke?
Which of the following MOST accurately describes the cause of an ischemic stroke?
Flashcards
What is Aphasia?
What is Aphasia?
Inability to produce or understand speech.
Stroke Thrombolytic Therapy Ineligibility
Stroke Thrombolytic Therapy Ineligibility
Bleeding within the brain.
Altered Mental Status
Altered Mental Status
Not thinking clearly or incapable of being aroused.
Cincinnati Stroke Scale components
Cincinnati Stroke Scale components
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Cerebellum function
Cerebellum function
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Status Epilepticus
Status Epilepticus
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Hemorrhagic Stroke Risk Factor
Hemorrhagic Stroke Risk Factor
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Three Main Parts of the Brain
Three Main Parts of the Brain
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Ruptured Aneurysm Sign
Ruptured Aneurysm Sign
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Ischemic Stroke Cause
Ischemic Stroke Cause
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Study Notes
Neurologic Emergencies Study Notes
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Aphasia: Characterized by inability to produce or understand speech, indicating possible neurological impairment.
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Thrombolytic Therapy Eligibility: Not applicable for patients with bleeding within the brain, who may experience significant complications.
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Altered Mental Status: Denotes a state where an individual is not thinking clearly or cannot be fully aroused, indicating severe neurological dysfunction.
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Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale: Includes evaluation of arm drift, speech quality, and facial droop to assess stroke symptoms quickly.
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Cerebellum's Role: Responsible for coordination and muscle control, essential for balance and motor function.
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Status Epilepticus: Defined by prolonged seizures without regaining consciousness, requiring immediate medical intervention.
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Hemorrhagic Stroke Risk Factor: Hypertension is the major contributing factor, leading to potential blood vessel rupture in the brain.
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Brain Structure: Comprised of three primary areas: cerebrum, cerebellum, and brain stem, each involved in various neurological functions.
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Ruptured Aneurysm Indicator: Sudden, severe headache is the most significant sign, suggesting potential vascular issues.
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Ischemic Stroke Cause: Primarily arises from blockage of a cerebral artery, which restricts blood flow and can lead to tissue death.
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Test your knowledge on neurologic emergencies with this quiz based on EMT Chapter 18. Covering aphasia, stroke evaluation, and treatment options, these flashcards will help reinforce critical concepts needed in emergency medical situations.
