Stroke Flashcards
1
Q
What are the (4) classifications of stroke?
A
– Total Anterior Circulation Stroke (TACS)
– Partial Anterior Circulation Stroke (PACS)
– Lacunar Stroke (LACS)
– Posterior Circulation Stroke (POCS)
2
Q
What are the basic signs & symptoms (S&S) of stroke?
A
- Sudden onset weakness
- Sudden onset sensory loss
- Difficulty word finding or speaking
- Sudden blurred vision
- Sudden loss of sight
- Sudden memory loss
- Confusion
3
Q
What are the (2) types of stroke?
A
- Infarcts (ischaemic strokes)
- Intracerebral Haemorrhage (ICH)
4
Q
How can you treat Ischaemic stroke?
A
- Thrombolysis
- Thrombectomy
- Antiplatelet v anticoagulant
- Cholesterol control
- BP control
- Smoking cessation
- Exercise
- Nutrition
- Rehabilitation
5
Q
How can you treat Haemorrhagic stroke?
A
- Cholesterol control
- BP control
- Smoking cessation
- Exercise
- Nutrition
- Rehabilitation
6
Q
What are infarct strokes (ischaemic strokes) caused by?
A
A blockage in the brain
7
Q
What are Intracerebral Haemorrhage (ICH) stroke caused by?
A
Bleeding in or around the brain
8
Q
What are risk factors of stroke?
A
- Age
- High Blood Pressure (big risk haemorrhages/bleeds)
- Diabetes
- Atrial Fibrillation
- High Cholesterol
- Family History
- Ethnicity
- Sickle Cell Disease
9
Q
Which artery is likely to lead to motor weakness and sensory loss in the opposite upper and lower limbs during a stroke?
A
Middle cerebral artery
