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What do endothelial and glial cells release when activated in the penumbra?
What do endothelial and glial cells release when activated in the penumbra?
- Free radicals and cytokines (correct)
- Enzymes and growth factors
- Antibodies and antigens
- Neurotransmitters and hormones
What is the surrounding area of damaged tissue called?
What is the surrounding area of damaged tissue called?
- Penumbra (correct)
- Ischemia
- Astrocytoma
- Neurogenesis
What may be the first indication of the onset of stroke?
What may be the first indication of the onset of stroke?
- Transient focal symptoms (correct)
- Gradual cognitive decline
- Chronic fatigue
- Sudden loss of consciousness
What can uncontrolled or excessive inflammatory responses to injury lead to in the CNS?
What can uncontrolled or excessive inflammatory responses to injury lead to in the CNS?
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What do individuals at highest risk of stroke often fail to be aware of?
What do individuals at highest risk of stroke often fail to be aware of?
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Which condition is thought to cause thrombus formation in the fibrillating atrium?
Which condition is thought to cause thrombus formation in the fibrillating atrium?
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What is the most common cause of ischemic stroke?
What is the most common cause of ischemic stroke?
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What may be a source of emboli, especially in the first few weeks following a left ventricular MI?
What may be a source of emboli, especially in the first few weeks following a left ventricular MI?
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Which is identified as the most common site of atherosclerosis and atherothrombosis leading to stroke?
Which is identified as the most common site of atherosclerosis and atherothrombosis leading to stroke?
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What may lead to stroke by causing artery-to-artery embolism?
What may lead to stroke by causing artery-to-artery embolism?
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