Types of Stroke
The most common type of stroke
Ischemic Stroke
what is one symptom with no known causes?
Severe headaches
What is one of the cheapest way to treat a stroke?
Being physically active
Prevention starts with?
knowing your risk
What are two possible effects during recovery of stroke?
paralyzation, spasticity, incontinence, dysphagia, poor mental health, aphasia
This stroke is also known as a 'mini-stroke'
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
What is one symptom of stroke?
Numbness or weakness, trouble seeing, trouble walking, severe headache etc.
What medication helps prevent strokes by thinning the blood?
Blood Thinners
____ in 10 Canadians have at least one risk factor for stroke or heart disease
9
What is the term for a condition that involves trouble swallowing?
Dysphagia
What type of stroke can leave someone in a 'locked-in' state
Brain Stem Stroke
What should the first step be if you witness someone having a stroke?
Call an ambulance
What are the key components to include in activities for the elderly?
aerobic, strength, balance, and flexibility
what percentage of premature stroke and heart disease can be prevented by healthy behaviors
80%
What is the most beneficial activity to do during recovery from stroke?
Physical Activity
Which is Cryptogenic Stroke?
A stroke of unknown cause
What are the differences in symptoms between men and women strokes?
No differences in symptoms between them
What major risk factors does regular physical activity help eliminate?
High BP, High blood cholesterol, diabetes, and obesity
individuals can decrease the risk of stroke by?
Making healthy changes in daily routine
What is spasticity?
Contraction of muscles that become extremely tight
High blood pressure weakens arteries and is a major cause of this type of stroke?
Hemorrhagic Stroke
What does the acronym FAST stand for?
Face Dropping
Arm Weakness
Speech Difficulty
Time to call 911
What activities are best for individuals recovering from a stroke?
List 5 lifestyle risk factors
an unhealthy diet, not enough exercise, unhealthy weight, smoking, too much alcohol
other options include birth control and hormone replacement therapy (HRT), drug use, stress
Which type of aphasia involves knowing what to say, but being incapable of saying it?
Expressive aphasia