History taking Flashcards
1
Q
Stroke and TIA
A
-Dysarthria (poor articulation) and dysphasia (generation of speech= expressive, comprehension= receptive)
-Visual and sensory disturbance
-Weakness
-Palpitations and fevers (AF septic emboli)
-Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, ataxia (posterior circulation)
-Dysphagia
2
Q
Seizures
A
-Collateral: before, during, after
-Awareness
