Age, ethnocultural background, gender, and family history are examples of this type of stroke risk factors.
What are non modifiable risk factors?
100
The quick, easy way the public is educated to remember the symptoms of stroke.
What is FAST?
100
You are assessing Chan Lin Tan's mouth and find pocketed food in her cheeks. What is this a result from?
What is dysphagia?
100
This FDA approved treatment for ischemic strokes works by dissolving the clot and improving blood flow to the part of the brain being deprived of blood flow.
What is tPA (tissue plasminogen activator)?
100
Providing _______ , including brushing of tongue, before a meal will help prevent the transmission of microorganisms for a person with dysphagia.
What is oral hygiene?
200
This is a condition involving an irregular heart rhythm.
What is Atrial fibrillation (AF)?
200
The symptoms of this type of stroke are temporary.
What is TIA?
200
What should we assess on Chan Lin Tan's feet during our H2T assessment to reduce her risk of a fall?
What is slip socks?
200
The incidence of ischemic stroke in patients with TIAs and other risk factors is reduced with the administration of?
What is daily low dose aspirin?
200
After Chan Lin Tan has enjoyed a meal, how long should a nurse ask her to remain upright to reduce the risk for aspiration (sucking food into airway)?
What is at least 30 to 60 minutes?
300
This is the number one risk factor for stroke and a major risk factor for heart disease.
What is hypertension?
300
A pt comes to the emergency department immediately after experiencing numbness of the face and inability to speak, but while awaiting examination, the symptoms disappear. What has the pt most likely experienced?
What is a TIA?
300
Because Chan Lin Tan is a mobility impaired, during a H2T assessment what should we look for? (hint: on backside).
What is bed sores and pressure ulcers?
300
This type of test will give us information on our platelet levels.
What is a blood test?
300
Chan Lin Tan presents with hemiplegia. How can the nurse reduce the risk of tissue injury and poor circulation on the affected side?
What is ROM exercises and repositioning on a regular schedule?
400
These two risk factors for stroke are specific to women.
What is pregnancy and oral contraceptive use?
400
Sudden nausea or vomiting and brief loss of consciousness, including fainting.
What is less common symptoms of a stroke?
400
Chan Lin Tan has swallowed a food particle 'down the wrong pipe'. This can lead to what type of lung infection?
What is aspiration pneumonia?
400
This type of diagnostic test uses x rays to take a clear, detailed picture of your brain and is often done right after a stroke is suspected.
What is a CT scan?
400
Use of alarm systems, removing excess equipment/supplies, and placing call buttons and the patient’s belongings near the patient are examples of what type of intervention?