CVA part 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the leading cause of stroke?
A
Obesity Diabetes Smoking Atrial fibrillation High Blood Pressure High Cholesterol
2
Q
What are the causes of ischemic stroke?
A
Thrombotic
Atherosclerosis
Embolic
A-fib
MI
Valvular disease
3
Q
What are the causes of hemorrhagic stroke?
A
Intracerebral hemorrhage Vessel malformation Changes in the integrity of the vessels due to HTN and aging Subarachnoid hemorrhage Aneurysms Vascular malformations
4
Q
How is a TIA different from a regular stroke?
A
Temporary loss of blood supply
Same symptoms as CVA but usually resolves in 24 hrs
1/3 of people with a TIA will have a CVA in 1 year
