Strokes and Brain
Type of stroke that is caused when a blood vessel breaks
What is "hemorrhagic stroke"
Proper meaning of the acronym 'TIA'
What is transient ischemic attack
Tingling, Vision changes, and Seizures are symptoms of which type of stroke
What is a "TIA"
Name one diet that is healthiest for those wanting to prevent a stroke
What is a "Mediterranean" or DASH diet
The brain has how many hemispheres
a) 1
b) 2
c) 4
d) 6
What is "b" 2 hemispheres- the right and the left
Acronym to help people know the signs of a stroke (and what each letter represents)
What is F= Face; A= Arms; S- Speech and T= Time
Type of stroke where blood flow is temporarily blocked or reduced, but after a short time, blood flows again and symptoms go away
What is a TIA
True or False. Plaque build up is caused by plaque build tip on the inside of the vein wall.
What its "False". Build up on the inside of the Artery wall.
Whole grains include oats, flax seed, barley, and beans. True or False
What is False. Beans are legumes and not a whole grain
Name one source of Stroke information site on the internet that is considered as evidence-based and reliable
What is 'Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada" or Manitoba
Abbreviation for the type of stroke called Transient Ischemic Attack
What is "TIA"
True or False. The most life threatening form of the three types of strokes is the 'Ischemic Stroke'
What is "False". It is the 'Hemorrhagic Stroke'
Which type of stroke is considered as longer lasting with greater risk of permanent damage
a) TIA
b) Ischemic Stroke
What is "b" and Ischemic stroke
Bright yellow, red, and dark green vegetables are recommended as a a step in prevention for many health conditions. True or False
What is True
Name the 4 symptoms of a TIA you should never ignore
1) Poor coordination or balance
2) Eyes- if you have had an episode of eyesight going black and then coming back
3) Unexpected or sudden extreme headache- that may go away after awhile
4) Whole side of your arm or body that goes numb or tingling- even when you did not have pressure on it
Hemisphere of our brain that controls our left side of our body
What is the "right hemisphere'
Hemisphere of the brain that controls our written language and number skills
`What is the "Left Hemisphere'
When someone has been diagnosed as having a TIA, they may be sent for CT and and MRI. True or False
What is "True"
The recommended amount of alcohol for someone who wants to prevent or has a history of a stroke or TIA
What is 2 drinks per week
Hemisphere of your body that controls your Creativity, artistic and musical abilities
What is the "Right hemisphere"
What is a "TIA" or transient ischemic stroke
a) Temporal Lobe
b) Brain Stem
c) Cerebellum
d) Parietal Lobe
What is "c" our cerebellum
BE FAST stands for what?
What is B= Balance; E=eyes; F= Face; A= Arms, S= speech and T= Time
A symptom of a stroke where the person has lost the ability to swallow, has a lot of difficulty and is at risk of choking
What is dysphasia
List the three main types of strokes
What is
1) Ischemic Stroke
2) TIA- transient Ischemic Attack
3) Hemorrhagic Stroke