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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often does a stroke occur in the United States?

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

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

<p>Stroke (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What does a low Glasgow Coma Scale score indicate?

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

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

<p>To evaluate blood clotting function (A)</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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What is the primary cause of hemorrhagic stroke?

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

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

<p>Alteplase (D)</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 (A)</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 (A)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary risk factor for hemorrhagic stroke?

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

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

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

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