Stroke: Types and Causes

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What is the primary cause of blocked or narrowed blood vessels in the brain, leading to ischemic stroke?

  • Fatty deposits building up in blood vessels (correct)
  • High blood pressure
  • Blood clots or debris from the lungs
  • Diabetes

What is the term for a temporary period of stroke-like symptoms that do not cause permanent damage?

  • Ischemic stroke
  • Transient ischemic attack (correct)
  • Hemorrhagic stroke
  • Mini-stroke syndrome

Who can activate the stroke team in a medical emergency?

  • Any staff member (correct)
  • Only the emergency room doctor
  • Only the attending physician
  • Only the neurosurgeon

What is the term for a stroke that occurs when a blood vessel in the brain leaks or ruptures?

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

What is the primary goal of the NYU time goals in a stroke emergency?

<p>To provide timely evaluation and treatment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the reduction of blood flow to the brain, causing damage?

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

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