NIHSS Flashcards

Study Notes

NIHSS Patient Assessment Overview

Patient 1: Total score breakdown includes significant impairments in motor function (5a-3), showing mild stroke impacts.
Patient 2: Shows mild impairments with several scores at zero, particularly in motor function and higher cognitive tasks (1b-2, 9-2).
Patient 3: Identified issues in both facial and arm movements, evidenced by scores on 6a and 6b being 2 each, indicating moderate impairment.
Patient 4: Minimal neurological deficits evident, as all assessments score zero except for one slight loss in facial movement (4-1).
Patient 5: Exhibits varied impairments, most notably in motor functions (5a-4) and facial expressions (4-2), signaling a more severe neurological impact.
Patient 6: Almost no responsiveness recorded, with only one score indicating mild impairment (6b-1), suggesting the least impact among the patients evaluated.

Key Assessment Categories

Category 1 (Level of Consciousness): All patients show varying levels with Patient 1, 2, and 5 experiencing more significant impairments.
Category 5 (Motor Arm Movements): Patient 1 stands out with a score of 3, indicating noticeable weakness; Patient 5 has the highest motor impairment score (5a-4).
Category 6 (Facial Movement): Patient 3 shows moderate impairment mirrored in both sides of the face (6a-2, 6b-2), reiterating neurological disturbance.
Total Scores: The collective assessment across patients suggests differentiation in stroke severity, influencing treatment plans and patient management strategies.

Description

Test your knowledge of the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) with these flashcards from Group A. Each card presents different patient responses and scores, helping you learn the assessment criteria effectively. Perfect for medical students and professionals looking to refresh their understanding of stroke assessment.