brain:stroke

Question 1

what is a stroke

Answer 1

-occurs when blood stops flowing to different parts of your brain
-will need urgent medical care

Question 2

what can a stroke effect

Answer 2

speech and movement

Question 3

what are some risk factors of strokes

Answer 3

-age- babies under the age of 1 and adults as they grow older.
-anxiety, depression, high stress levels, family history
-gender-women are more likely to get strokes

Question 4

symptoms of a stroke

Answer 4

-sudden numbness or weakness
-confusion or trouble speaking
-vision problems

Question 5

lifestyle factors which may cause a stroke

Answer 5

-excessive alcohol consumption
-unhealthy diet
poor management of chronic conditions
-obesity (risk of high blood pressure)
-smoking

Question 6

biological causes of a stroke

Answer 6

-blood vessels burst leading to bleeding around the brain
-aneurysm

Question 7

treatments of a stroke

Answer 7

-ischemic stroke- clot bursting medication
-haemorrhagic stroke- surgery to repair blood vessels or to relive pressure

Question 8

how can you monitor a stroke

Answer 8

-doing neurological tests(check for changes in motor skills and cognitive function)
-imaging tests- MRIs and CT scans(can identify and locate the stroke)
-blood tests to monitor potential issues like clotting or infections

Question 9

what are some care needs for someone with a stroke

Answer 9

-medical monitoring like regular checkups
-rehabilitation (physical, occupational and speech therapy
-nutrition support like assistance with meal planning
-emotional support

Question 10

what are some lifestyle changes that someone with a stroke would need to take

Answer 10

-healthier diet
-limit alcohol intake
-quit smoking
-manage health conditions
-regular exercise