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What is the primary cause of blocked or narrowed blood vessels in the brain?
What is the primary cause of blocked or narrowed blood vessels in the brain?
- Fatty deposits in blood vessels (correct)
- Age-related wear and tear
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
What is the term for a temporary period of stroke-like symptoms?
What is the term for a temporary period of stroke-like symptoms?
- Transient ischemic attack (TIA) (correct)
- Hemorrhagic stroke
- Ischemic stroke
- Brain aneurysm
What is the most common type of stroke?
What is the most common type of stroke?
- Transient ischemic attack (TIA)
- Brain stem stroke
- Hemorrhagic stroke
- Ischemic stroke (correct)
What happens when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures?
What happens when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures?
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Why is it important to identify the signs and symptoms of stroke immediately?
Why is it important to identify the signs and symptoms of stroke immediately?
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Who can activate the stroke team?
Who can activate the stroke team?
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