Stroke Risk Assessment and National Audit Quiz

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Which term is another name for stroke?

  • Anoxic tissue damage
  • Brain function impairment
  • Cerebrovascular accident (correct)
  • Neurological deficit

What is the duration of a neurological deficit caused by a stroke?

  • More than 24 hours (correct)
  • Varies from person to person
  • 24 hours
  • Less than 24 hours

What is the most common consequence following a stroke?

  • Functional impairment
  • Physical impairment
  • Anoxic tissue damage
  • Persistent neurological deficit (correct)

Which is the second largest cause of death in Australia?

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

What percentage of stroke survivors suffer a disability?

<p>65% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many new and recurrent strokes are expected in 2017?

<p>50,000 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of stroke accounts for 90% of all strokes?

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

Which of the following is a communication impairment commonly associated with stroke?

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

Which of the following is NOT a long-term disability resulting from stroke?

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

Which of the following is a key goal for exercise rehabilitation in stroke survivors?

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

What adaptations to exercise can stroke clients experience?

<p>Increased VO2 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor that should be considered in a thorough medical history for stroke clients?

<p>Exercise history (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should be assessed in a brief neurological exam for stroke clients?

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

Which of the following is a relative contraindication for exercise in stroke clients?

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

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for stroke according to the 2011 National Stroke Audit?

<p>High cholesterol (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the surgical procedure recommended for ischemic stroke?

<p>Carotid endarterectomy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Circle of Willis?

<p>To interconnect the internal carotid arteries and basilar artery (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common cognitive impairment following a stroke?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a long-term consequence of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?

<p>Long-term complications or death (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and other Acquired Brain Injuries (ABIs)?

<p>TBI often has more diffuse effects with more generalised impairments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe an injury to the brain that occurs after birth?

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

Which of the following is a sensory-motor impairment commonly associated with TBI?

<p>Increased muscle tone and contractures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a cognitive impairment commonly associated with TBI?

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

Which of the following is a behavioral impairment commonly associated with TBI?

<p>Changes in personality (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an emotional/psychosocial impairment commonly associated with TBI?

<p>Mood swings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended exercise modality for resistance exercise prescription?

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

What is the recommended frequency for flexibility exercise prescription?

<p>3-5 days/wk (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a balance exercise that may be included in neuromuscular exercise?

<p>Stair climbing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common behavioral factor that should be considered in exercise for special populations?

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

Which of the following is NOT a cause of non-traumatic brain injury?

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

Which of the following is a characteristic of closed traumatic brain injury?

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

Which of the following is a mechanism of direct injury in traumatic brain injury?

<p>External impact to the head with physical contact between brain and skull (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of mild traumatic brain injury?

<p>Brief loss of consciousness, usually a few seconds or minutes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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