Stroke + MRI Flashcards
1
Q
What is stroke?
A
2
Q
Signs of stroke?
A
3
Q
Types of strokes
A
4
Q
What is ischemic stroke
A
5
Q
What is hemorrhagic stroke
A
6
Q
What is Transient ischemic attack
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7
Q
What is TPA
A
Tissue Plasminogen Activator
Clot busting drug
Fast acting medication
Given IV after an ischemic stroke to dissolve the blood clot and restoring the blood flow
8
Q
Treatment/ mgt for stroke
A
Diet
Encourage
Stop
Reduce
9
Q
Risk factors for stroke
A
Smoking
Hypertension
Obesity
High cholesterol
High alcohol intake
10
Q
Medications
A
11
Q
What is MRI
A
12
Q
Contraindication for MRI
A
13
Q
Pre procedure for MRI
A
Explain
Obtain
Allergy
Fear
Implants
Remove
Wear
14
Q
During procedure
A
Lie
Give
Wear
Stay
15
Q
Post procedure
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