6 Questions
What is the primary cause of blocked or narrowed blood vessels in the brain?
Fatty deposits that build up in blood vessels
What is the term for a temporary period of symptoms similar to those in a stroke?
Transient ischemic attack (TIA)
What is the most common type of stroke?
Ischemic stroke
What is the result of a blood vessel in the brain leaking or rupturing?
Hemorrhagic stroke
What is the purpose of a stroke team?
To provide immediate medical attention
What is the significance of identifying signs and symptoms of stroke immediately?
To reduce the risk of permanent damage
Learn about the medical emergency of stroke, its causes, and types, including ischemic stroke, which occurs when brain blood vessels become narrowed or blocked. Test your knowledge of this critical health topic.
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