Stroke Flashcards
1
Q
What is a transient ischaemic attack (TIA)?
A
. Mini-stroke
. Lasts less than 24 hours and usually resolves by itself
2
Q
What is a haemorrhagic stroke?
A
Stroke caused by rupture of an artery in or to the brain
3
Q
What is the right cerebral hemisphere responsible for?
A
Visual and spatial awareness, and proprioception
4
Q
What is the left cerebral hemisphere responsible for?
A
Language, analytical thinking, mathematical skills
5
Q
What is the treatment for ischaemic stroke?
A
Administer recombinant plasminogen, which will be converted to plasmin to degrade fibrin in the clot
6
Q
What does FAST stand for?
A
. Face
. Arms
. Speech
. Telephone
