strokes Flashcards
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What is a stroke?
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- It is a brain attack where the blood flow in the brain is cut off.
- Though it can cause permanent damage, thankfully, it’s reversible.
- The cause is a blockage in the arteries that supply to brain, resulting with the brain “suffocating” and dying (unless the blood can be restored).
- 20% of strokes are bleeding in the brain (broken blood vessel breaks open).
- Strokes are hereditary, so be on the look out for any previous family health conditions!
2
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F.A.S.T
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Face: Can you smile
Arms: Can you hold them steady in front of you?
Speech: Can you repeat a simple sentence
T: time is running out, must call EMS.
3
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How to prevent heat stroke
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- Control your blood pressure; have your blood pressure checked regularly.
- Do not smoke!
- Eat a healthy diet
- Exercise regularly; strengthens the heart by improving blood circulation.
- Control Diabetes
4
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Why are you likely to get a stroke in Qatar?
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Living in a country like, it is more possible to have a heat stroke due to the heavy hot environment and lack of fluid in your body.
The main sign of heatstroke is having a temperature of 104 F (40 C) or higher.
5
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What are the 2 types of strokes?
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bleed-type stroke
clot-type stroke
6
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what are symptoms of stroke?
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- Rapid heartbeat
- Rapid and shallow breathing
- Elevated or lowered blood pressure
- Cessation of sweat
- Irritability, confusion, or unconsciousness
- Feeling dizzy or lightheaded
- Headache & Feeling of Nausea
- Fainting (First sign for adults most likely)
7
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How to care for strokes in qatar?
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- Move person out of sun/heated place to a cooler area, and call 999 (QA Applicable)!
- Cool person by taking a damp sheet, and covering them.
- Have person drink cool water (any non alcoholic beverage will do)
8
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What are sudden signals for strokes?
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- Having difficulty taking or being understood when speaking
- Have blurred or dimmed vision
Experience a sudden severe headache dizziness or confusion
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