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What occurs in the brain during a stroke?
Why is immediate medical attention critical during a stroke?
Which statement accurately describes a stroke?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of a stroke?
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How does a stroke relate to a heart attack?
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Study Notes
Stroke
- A stroke is a medical emergency caused by interrupted blood flow to the brain.
- Strokes are similar to heart attacks, but affect the brain.
- They can be caused by blocked blood vessels or bleeding in the brain.
- Prompt medical attention is vital to minimize brain damage and improve chances of survival.
Types of Stroke
- There are two primary types of strokes: ischemic and hemorrhagic.
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Ischemic strokes are the most common, accounting for approximately 80% of all strokes.
- They occur when blood flow to the brain is blocked, often due to a clot.
- Hemorrhagic strokes happen when blood vessels in or around the brain rupture, causing bleeding.
Hemorrhagic Stroke Subtypes
- Intracerebral hemorrhage: Bleeding occurs inside the brain when a blood vessel tears, applying pressure on surrounding brain tissue.
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Subarachnoid hemorrhage: Bleeding occurs in the subarachnoid space, which is located between two layers of brain coverings (meninges).
- This bleeding can happen when blood vessels passing through the arachnoid membrane are damaged.
Symptoms of Stroke
- Stroke symptoms can affect one or more of the following:
- One-sided weakness or paralysis
- Difficulty speaking or loss of speech (aphasia)
- Slurred or incomprehensible speech (dysarthria)
- Loss of muscle control on one side of the face
- Partial or complete loss of one or more senses (vision, hearing, smell, taste, touch)
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Description
This quiz covers the critical aspects of strokes, including their causes, symptoms, and types. It contrasts ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, providing insight into their mechanisms and subtypes. Understanding strokes is essential for recognizing medical emergencies and facilitating prompt treatment.
