33 Questions
Which term is another name for stroke?
Cerebrovascular accident
What is the duration of a neurological deficit caused by a stroke?
More than 24 hours
What is the most common consequence following a stroke?
Persistent neurological deficit
Which is the second largest cause of death in Australia?
Stroke
What percentage of stroke survivors suffer a disability?
65%
How many new and recurrent strokes are expected in 2017?
50,000
Which type of stroke accounts for 90% of all strokes?
Ischemic stroke
Which of the following is a communication impairment commonly associated with stroke?
Dysphagia
Which of the following is NOT a long-term disability resulting from stroke?
Slight disability
Which of the following is a key goal for exercise rehabilitation in stroke survivors?
Increase aerobic fitness
What adaptations to exercise can stroke clients experience?
Increased VO2
Which of the following is NOT a factor that should be considered in a thorough medical history for stroke clients?
Exercise history
Which of the following should be assessed in a brief neurological exam for stroke clients?
Postural misalignment
Which of the following is a relative contraindication for exercise in stroke clients?
Hypertension
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for stroke according to the 2011 National Stroke Audit?
High cholesterol
What is the surgical procedure recommended for ischemic stroke?
Carotid endarterectomy
What is the main purpose of the Circle of Willis?
To interconnect the internal carotid arteries and basilar artery
Which of the following is a common cognitive impairment following a stroke?
All of the above
Which of the following is a long-term consequence of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?
Long-term complications or death
What is the main difference between Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and other Acquired Brain Injuries (ABIs)?
TBI often has more diffuse effects with more generalised impairments
What is the term used to describe an injury to the brain that occurs after birth?
ABI
Which of the following is a sensory-motor impairment commonly associated with TBI?
Increased muscle tone and contractures
Which of the following is a cognitive impairment commonly associated with TBI?
Attention and concentration
Which of the following is a behavioral impairment commonly associated with TBI?
Changes in personality
Which of the following is an emotional/psychosocial impairment commonly associated with TBI?
Mood swings
Which of the following is NOT a recommended exercise modality for resistance exercise prescription?
Therabands
What is the recommended frequency for flexibility exercise prescription?
3-5 days/wk
Which of the following is NOT a balance exercise that may be included in neuromuscular exercise?
Stair climbing
Which of the following is a common behavioral factor that should be considered in exercise for special populations?
Depression
Which of the following is NOT a cause of non-traumatic brain injury?
Falls
Which of the following is a characteristic of closed traumatic brain injury?
Falls
Which of the following is a mechanism of direct injury in traumatic brain injury?
External impact to the head with physical contact between brain and skull
Which of the following is a characteristic of mild traumatic brain injury?
Brief loss of consciousness, usually a few seconds or minutes
This quiz tests your knowledge on stroke risk models and Australia's data audit of patient records from hospitals. Brush up on your understanding of stroke risk assessment and the findings of the National Stroke Audit.
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