EMT Chapter 18 Neurologic Emergencies Quiz

Questions and Answers

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:

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:

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:

Arm drift, speech, and facial droop. Signup and view all the answers

Muscle control and body coordination are controlled by the:

Cerebellum Signup and view all the answers

Status epilepticus is characterized by:

Prolonged seizures without a return of consciousness. Signup and view all the answers

The MOST significant risk factor for a hemorrhagic stroke is:

Hypertension. Signup and view all the answers

The three major parts of the brain are the:

Cerebrum, cerebellum, and brain stem. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following clinical signs is MOST suggestive of a ruptured aneurysm?

Sudden, severe headache. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following MOST accurately describes the cause of an ischemic stroke?

Blockage of a cerebral artery. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Neurologic Emergencies Study Notes

Aphasia: Characterized by inability to produce or understand speech, indicating possible neurological impairment.
Thrombolytic Therapy Eligibility: Not applicable for patients with bleeding within the brain, who may experience significant complications.
Altered Mental Status: Denotes a state where an individual is not thinking clearly or cannot be fully aroused, indicating severe neurological dysfunction.
Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale: Includes evaluation of arm drift, speech quality, and facial droop to assess stroke symptoms quickly.
Cerebellum's Role: Responsible for coordination and muscle control, essential for balance and motor function.
Status Epilepticus: Defined by prolonged seizures without regaining consciousness, requiring immediate medical intervention.
Hemorrhagic Stroke Risk Factor: Hypertension is the major contributing factor, leading to potential blood vessel rupture in the brain.
Brain Structure: Comprised of three primary areas: cerebrum, cerebellum, and brain stem, each involved in various neurological functions.
Ruptured Aneurysm Indicator: Sudden, severe headache is the most significant sign, suggesting potential vascular issues.
Ischemic Stroke Cause: Primarily arises from blockage of a cerebral artery, which restricts blood flow and can lead to tissue death.

Description

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.