12 Questions
What are the two main types of strokes mentioned in the text?
Hemorrhagic and obstructive
What is the primary risk factor for hemorrhagic strokes according to the text?
High blood pressure
How does high blood pressure contribute to the risk of a hemorrhagic stroke?
Increased pressure inside the blood vessels can cause them to tear
How does diabetes primarily affect blood vessels according to the text?
It primarily affects smaller blood vessels
What can increase the risk of experiencing an obstructive stroke?
High blood pressure, diabetes, and a predisposition to blood clots
Why are people who are inactive particularly susceptible to blood clots?
Sitting for long periods of time creates 90-degree angles in the blood vessels, slowing down blood flow
What is the term for a blood clot that forms in the legs?
Thrombus
What is the appropriate treatment for hemorrhagic strokes?
Clotting drugs to stop the bleeding
What are some symptoms of recognizing a stroke?
Face droop, difficulty speaking or understanding language, arm weakness or drooping on one side of the body
What can lead to ischemia?
Blockage of blood flow by a blood clot
How can blood clots be caused?
Various factors including high blood pressure, smoking, inactivity, obesity, and diabetes
Why is it important to manage risk factors such as high blood pressure and diabetes?
To reduce the likelihood of experiencing a stroke
Test your knowledge about strokes by identifying the different types and causes. Learn about hemorrhagic and obstructive strokes, and their impact on the brain's blood vessels.
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