Stroke Types
87% of strokes make up this type that is caused by an occlusion of a cerebral artery
What is an ischemic stroke?
Difficulty swallowing that can lead to aspiration
What is dysphagia?
Mechanical retrieval of the occlusion in a cerebral artery that is done within 24 hours of symptom onset
What is a thrombectomy or embolectomy?
Taking too much of this medication can result in liver damage (hepatotoxicity)
What is acetaminophen?
Regular turning and use of pressure-relieving devices can prevent this complication
What is skin breakdown?
Paralysis on one side of the body
What is hemiplegia?
Antecdote for Warfarin
What is Vitamin K?
Osmotic diuretic given to decrease cerebral edema by pulling water out of the brain tissue (Decreases ICP)
What is mannitol?
An anticoagulant also called Coumadin. Blood must be closely monitored when on this.
Warfarin
Speaking slowly, avoiding completing the client's sentences, and providing emotional support can help with this stroke deficit
What are ways to enhance communication?
Type of stroke Caused by blockage of blood flow to the brain
What is an ischemic stroke?
Paralysis of one side of the body
What is hemiplegia?
Platelet aggregation inhibitor used to reduce risk of stroke by inhibition of clotting.
What is Plavix?
The patient is placed on a bladder training program to prevent this.
What is incontinence?
Use of thickened liquids, swallowing assessments, and the chin tuck technique helps with this stroke deficit
What is dysphagia?
Caused by bleeding into brain tissue, the ventricles, or subarachnoid space.
What is a hemorrhagic stroke?
difficulty understanding spoken or written words
What is receptive aphasia?
Emergent medication for ischemic stroke that must be given within 4.5 hours of symptom onset
What is tPA?
Perform passive and active ROM exercises , strength building and early ambulation to help avoid this.
What is contractures?
Elevating the affected extremity can prevent what stroke complication
What is edema?
What does abbreviation TIA stand for
What is a transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
meaning within the cerebrum
What is intracebral?
Using the Braden Scale helps to determine a patient's ____ risk during the acute phase of a stroke. Always keeping side rails up is one intervention to protect the patient.
What is fall?
Aspiration from dysphagia can lead to this pulmonary complication
What is pneumonia?
Use of intermittent pneumatic compression devices, IVC filters, and anticoagulation can help prevent this complication from stroke
What is deep vein thrombosis?