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What is the recognized symptom of stroke related to arm movement?
What is the recognized symptom of stroke related to arm movement?
- Numbness in both arms
- Drooping of one arm despite attempts to correct (correct)
- Tremors in one arm
- Both arms moving involuntarily
Which type of stroke involves a rupture in the brain's vasculature?
Which type of stroke involves a rupture in the brain's vasculature?
- Ischemic
- Embolism
- Thrombotic
- Hemorrhagic (correct)
What is the primary treatment for obstructive strokes?
What is the primary treatment for obstructive strokes?
- Clotting drugs
- Surgery
- Antibiotics
- Blood thinners (correct)
What can worsen the condition of a stroke patient?
What can worsen the condition of a stroke patient?
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What is the main cause of hemorrhagic strokes?
What is the main cause of hemorrhagic strokes?
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What is the primary cause of obstructive strokes?
What is the primary cause of obstructive strokes?
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How does diabetes contribute to the development of ischemia?
How does diabetes contribute to the development of ischemia?
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What is the difference between thrombus and embolus?
What is the difference between thrombus and embolus?
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