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Understanding Stroke and Cerebrovascular Accidents

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What is the primary distinction between ischaemic and haemorrhagic stroke?

Ischaemic stroke is caused by a blood clot, while haemorrhagic stroke is caused by bleeding in the brain.

Ischaemic stroke is caused by a disrupted blood supply, while haemorrhagic stroke is caused by a blood vessel rupture. (correct)

Ischaemic stroke is more common than haemorrhagic stroke.

Ischaemic stroke involves tissue death, while haemorrhagic stroke does not.

What is the defining characteristic of a transient ischaemic attack (TIA)?

Permanent neurological dysfunction.

A disrupted blood supply to the brain.

Bleeding in the brain.

Temporary neurological dysfunction lasting less than 24 hours. (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of stroke?

Visual field defects

Facial weakness

Limb weakness

Nausea and vomiting (correct)

What is the term used to describe two or more transient ischaemic attacks (TIAs) within a week?

Crescendo TIA (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a risk factor for stroke?

Carotid artery stenosis (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the combined contraceptive pill and stroke risk?

The combined contraceptive pill carries a tiny increased risk of stroke. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following patients is at the highest risk for stroke according to the text?

Patients with a history of both migraine with aura and stroke (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the FAST tool described in the text?

To identify stroke in the community (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the ROSIER tool?

To give a score based on clinical features and duration of symptoms (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended initial management for a patient presenting with TIA symptoms?

Immediate CT brain, aspirin, and referral for specialist assessment within 24 hours (A) Signup and view all the answers

When is thrombectomy considered for the management of acute ischemic stroke?

Within 24 hours of symptom onset (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach to blood pressure management in patients with an ischemic stroke?

Maintain normal blood pressure to avoid worsening of ischemia (D) Signup and view all the answers