STROKE Flashcards
1
Q
What is pusher syndrome?
A
The patient tends to push with the stronger extremities to the hemiparetic side. Overall, the patient has a misperception of body orientation in relation to gravity.
2
Q
What are the symptoms of a left hemisphere (dominant) stroke?
A
right hemipharesis, aphasia, dysphasia, slow, disorganized, increased processing and response time
3
Q
What are the symptoms of a right hemisphere (nondominant) stroke?
A
L hemineglect, L hemiparesis, spatial problems, diminished safety awareness, impulsive movements, impaired judgement, easily distracted,
4
Q
What is wernicke’s aphasia?
A
incoherent speaking
5
Q
What is broca’s aphasia?
A
unorganized speaking
