Stroke Prevention and Statistics
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What is the leading cause of disability in the United States?

  • Stroke (correct)
  • Diabetes
  • Heart disease
  • High blood pressure

    • What percentage of strokes can be prevented through addressing the root causes?

  • 80% (correct)
  • 50%
  • 60%
  • 90%

    • What is the most common type of stroke?

  • Ischemic (correct)
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Hemorrhagic
  • Transient Ischemic Attack

    • What is the result of interrupted blood supply to the brain?

    <p>Malfunction of brain cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often does a stroke occur in the United States?

    <p>Every 40 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the letter 'T' in the FAST acronym?

    <p>Time is critical, call for emergency help</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States?

    <p>Stroke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a lipid profile in diagnosing stroke?

    <p>To check cholesterol levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a low Glasgow Coma Scale score indicate?

    <p>A greater impairment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Coagulation panel in diagnosing stroke?

    <p>To evaluate blood clotting function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of a high glucose level in relation to stroke?

    <p>It increases the risk of stroke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the priority in ischemic stroke?

    <p>Impaired perfusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time frame for administering TPA in ischemic stroke?

    <p>Within 3-4.5 hours of onset of symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of hemorrhagic stroke?

    <p>Uncontrolled hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of elevating the head of the bed in hemorrhagic stroke?

    <p>To decrease intracranial pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the medication used to dissolve blood clots in ischemic stroke?

    <p>Alteplase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary assessment tool used to monitor neurological status in stroke patients?

    <p>Glasgow coma scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the loss of sensation or movement on one side of the body?

    <p>Hemiplegia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the language deficit characterized by fluent speech but impaired comprehension?

    <p>Wernicke's aphasia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary risk factor for hemorrhagic stroke?

    <p>Uncontrolled hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the visual field changes seen in stroke patients?

    <p>Homonomous hemianopsia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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