Stroke Flashcards
1
Q
What are the Signs and Symptoms of a Stroke
A
- Sudden weakness or numbness one one side of the body.
- Sudden dimness or loss of vision, particularly in one eye.
- Loss of speech or trouble talking
- Sudden, severe headache with no apparent cause
- Unexplained dizziness,
2
Q
EMS must be notified immediately
True or False?
A
True
3
Q
EMS must be notified immediately because, there is a ___ hour window from ____ of symptoms during which ______ therapy will be most effective.
A
- 3
- Onset
- Fibrinolytic