Stroke Alert
What should you do if you think someone is having a stroke?
Call 911 immediately
What organ is affected by a stroke?
The brain
What is one of the biggest modifiable risk factors for stroke?
High blood pressure
Why is it important to know when stroke symptoms first started?
It helps the medical team determine which treatments may be appropriate
All strokes are caused by blood clots. True or false?
False. Some strokes are caused by bleeding in or around the brain
What does FAST stand for?
Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911
Which side of the brain typically controls movement on the right side of the body?
The left side of the brain
Name two lifestyle habit that increases stroke risk
Smoking, physical inactivity, or an unhealthy diet
What type of stroke is caused by a blocked blood vessel?
An ischemic stroke
A stroke can happen to someone who is young and physically active. True or false?
True
Name three common warning signs of a stroke
Facial drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty, sudden vision changes, loss of balance, or sudden severe headache
What part of the brain helps control balance and coordination?
The cerebellum
What common heart rhythm disorder increases the risk of blood clots that can travel to the brain?
Atrial fibrillation (AFib)
What type of stroke occurs when a blood vessel ruptures and bleeds into or around the brain?
A hemorrhagic stroke
If stroke symptoms go away after a few minutes, the person no longer needs medical attention. True or false?
False. They could indicate a TIA and require emergency evaluation
Can stroke symptoms disappear after a few minutes and still be a medical emergency?
Yes! This could be a transient ischemic attack (TIA), which requires immediate medical evaluation
What is the name of the condition that occurs when a stroke affects the brain’s ability to understand or produce language?
Aphasia
Which rehabilitation discipline helps patients regain independence with dressing, bathing, and other daily activities?
Occupational therapy (OT)
What does TIA stand for?
Transient ischemic attack
A right middle cerebral artery stroke can cause left-sided neglect. True or false?
True
What is the term for difficulty swallowing that can occur after a stroke?
Dysphagia
What is the medical term for weakness or paralysis affecting one side of the body?
Hemiparesis
Name three ways someone can help reduce their risk of stroke
Control blood pressure, exercise regularly, eat a balanced diet, stop smoking, manage diabetes and cholesterol, and take prescribed medications
What does neuroplasticity mean in stroke rehabilitation?
The brain's ability to reorganize its neural connections and functions in response to learning, experience, and rehabilitation
Hemorrhagic strokes can be treated with clot-busting medications. True or false?
False