Which of the following events best describes an ischemic stroke?
a. An artery in the brain has ruptured.
b. Blood has collected throughout the brain tissue.
c. A heart attack has occurred at the same time as a stroke.
d. A blood clot has obstructed a blood vessel in the brain.
Question 2Which of the following statements indicates that the speaker understands hemorrhagic strokes?
a. They occur when clots form in blood vessels in the brain.
b. They occur when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures.
c. Their signs and symptoms generally resolve within 24 hours.
d. They can sometimes be treated by clot-destroying medications.
Question 3The signs and symptoms of a transient ischemic attack (TIA):
a. are temporary and resolve within 24 hours.
b. can persist for a few days before they resolve.
c. are mild but permanent.
d. are severe and permanent.
Question 4You have been called for a 63-year-old woman with slurred speech and right arm weakness. On arrival, the patient informs you that the slurred speech and weakness have resolved. Since your assessment reveals no deficits, you would tell the patient:
a. It would be best to start taking one baby aspirin every day; this will decrease the chance of this happening again.
b. Sometimes seizures present this way; call your doctor in the morning to schedule an appointment.
c. If this happens again, wait 10 minutes to see if you are okay. If the symptoms don't go away, call 911.
d. You really need to be evaluated in the hospital. You could be at risk for a future stroke.
Quick Reply
