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What is the primary function of tissue plasminogen activator (tPA)?
What is the primary function of tissue plasminogen activator (tPA)?
- To increase blood platelet production
- To prevent the formation of new blood clots
- To stabilize blood vessel integrity
- To dissolve existing blood clots (correct)
What method of administration is used for tPA during a stroke treatment?
What method of administration is used for tPA during a stroke treatment?
- Intravenous injection (correct)
- Subcutaneous injection
- Intramuscular injection
- Oral tablet
Which group of individuals is generally not eligible for tPA treatment?
Which group of individuals is generally not eligible for tPA treatment?
- Patients who can walk unaided
- Patients with minor strokes
- Patients with a recent head injury (correct)
- Patients who are hypertensive
What is a major consideration when determining tPA treatment for a patient?
What is a major consideration when determining tPA treatment for a patient?
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TPA is primarily associated with which medical emergency?
TPA is primarily associated with which medical emergency?
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Study Notes
Tissue Plasminogen Activator (tPA)
- tPA is the only drug that breaks up blood clots.
- tPA is a common emergency treatment for stroke.
- tPA is injected into a vein for quicker access to the blood clot.
- tPA is not given if there's a high risk of brain bleeding.
Seizure Types
- There are two main types of seizures: generalized and focal.
- Generalized seizures involve the whole brain.
- Focal seizures affect only one part of the brain.
Focal Seizures
- Focal aware seizures involve symptoms like changes in taste, smell, sight, hearing, or touch.
- Other symptoms of focal aware seizures include dizziness, tingling, and twitching limbs.
- Focal aware seizures do not involve loss of consciousness.
Focal Unaware Seizures
- Focal unaware seizures involve loss of awareness or consciousness.
- Focal unaware seizures may cause staring blankly, unresponsiveness, or repetitive movements.
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