Stroke 2 Flashcards
1
Q
What are four clinical features of stroke with an example?
A
Motor symptoms - high/low tone
Sensory symptoms - proprioceptive, visual problems
Speech - dysarthria
Cognitive - perceptual problems
2
Q
What is the incidence of high tone post stroke?
A
30-40%, 5% in first 10 days
3
Q
What is astereognosis?
A
Can’t recognise objects without looking at them
4
Q
Give factors affecting recovery from stroke
A
Extent and nature of lesion, integrity of collateral circulation, pre-morbid status, age, environment, patient participation
