Ch. 17 CVA Flashcards
1
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CVA
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- stroke - interruption of blood flow to the brain
- inadequate supply of oxygen and nutrients
- can occur in any part of the brain
- contralateral
2
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Hallmark Signs of Stroke
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- numbness
- vision changes
- trouble speaking
- confusion
- problems walking
- headaches
3
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Ischemic stroke
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caused by an obstructer in one of the vessels of the brain (80%)
4
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Thrombosis (Ischemic)
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- blood clot in the artery
- caused by atherosclerosis
5
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Subarachnoid (Hemorrhagic)
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- occurs when blood seeps into the protective membranes surrounding the brain (3%)
- most likely caused by an aneurysm
6
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Transient Ischemic Attacks
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- temporary blockage
- lasts <24 hours
7
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Do not use aspirin when there is:
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- cerebral hemorrhage
- risk of bleeding
8
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Embolic (Ischemic)
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- clot in the artery travels elsewhere (20%)
- requires cardiac surgery
- may be associated with Sz
- history of TIA is rare
9
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Where is the most common site of CVAs?
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middle cerebral artery and its branches in the cerebellum
10
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What is the majority of cerebral CVA?
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L-hemisphere affected => R-side hemiplegia - impaired sensation - blind spots - aphasia - dysarthria - memory deficits
11
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R-hemiplegia
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L-CVA
- speech vocabulary problems
- slow, cautious disorganized
- right visual field deficits
12
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L-hemiplegia
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R-CVA
- spatial perception problems
- impulsive
- left visual field deficits
13
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FAST
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- face drooping
- arm weakness
- speech difficulty
- time to call 911
14
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CVA - Sudden Warning Signs
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- sudden numbness or weakness of face
- trouble with coordination
- sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes
15
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Asteriognosis
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- inability to recognize an object when the eyes are closed
- affects R-parietal lobe
