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Stroke Cerebrovascular Flashcards

(5 cards)

1
Q

What is a stroke?

A

Disruption of blood flow to part of the brain causing brain cell death.

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What are the two main types of stroke?

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Ischemic (clot blocking artery) and hemorrhagic (blood vessel rupture, often from hypertension).

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3
Q

What are the FAST signs of stroke?

A

Face droop, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, and Time to call 911.

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4
Q

What other symptoms might stroke patients show?

A

Sudden severe headache, slurred speech, vision problems, confusion, and difficulty walking or balance.

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5
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What are EMT priorities in stroke?

A

Perform stroke assessment (FAST), note last known well time, administer oxygen if hypoxic, keep patient calm with head elevated, and transport rapidly to a stroke center.

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