Stroke

This type of stroke causes temporary symptoms that resolve on their own and do not cause any permanent damage? This is often a warning sign of an impending full blown stroke.
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Ischemic stroke
Hemorrhagic stroke
Mini-stroke
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for stroke?
Hypertension
High cholesterol
Asian decent
Atrial Fibrillation
Which is an example of a modifiable risk factor to prevent stroke?
Age
Race
Gender
Smoking
This common arrhythmia puts individuals at 5 times higher risk of stroke due to a tendency for blood clots to form within the heart.
Sinus Bradycardia
Atrial Fibrillation
Ventricular Tachycardia
Supraventricular Tachycardia
The acronym BEFAST can be used to help individuals recognize the signs and symptoms of stroke. What does BEFAST stand for?
Balance, Eyes, Face, Ankle, Slur, Time
Both, Eyes, Face, Arm, Speech, Time
Balance, Eyes, Face, Arm, Speech, Time
Balance, Eyes, Face, Arm, Slur, TPA
Which of the following is not true regarding the NIH Stroke Scale
It is a standardized, quantitative measurement of neurological deficit caused by stroke
It is the determining factor as to whether to give TPA
It has been shown to be a predictor of long-term outcomes
Nurses and medical providers must be certified in order to perform this assessment
Which diagnostic exam is done quickly in the emergency room to determine the type of stroke in order to guide treatment?
MRI
Carotid Ultrasound
Ekg
CT scan
Which of the following is the #1 leading cause of stroke?
Atrial Fibrillation
Smoking
Hypertension
Diabetes
This type of stroke is the most common and accounts for 87% of all strokes. The primary cause is often atherosclerosis.
Ischemic stroke
Hemorrhagic stroke
TIA
Heat stroke
This type of stroke is often the result of a weakened blood vessel such as an aneurysm of arterio-venous malformation.
Ischemic stroke
Hemorrhagic stroke
Tia
Crainiotomy
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