Study Guide Flashcards
1
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Ethnic distribution of stroke?
A
African-Americans (twice as likely as white; twice as likely to die)
Mexican Americans/American Indians/Alaska Natives
Whites
Asians
2
Q
Modifiable risk factors for stroke
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High blood pressure Atrial fibrilation High cholesterol Diabetes Atherosclerosis Circulation problems Tobacco Use and Smoking Excessive Alcohol Use Physical Inactivity Obesity
3
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Non-Modifiable risk factors for stroke
A
Age Gender Race Family History Prior stroke or TIA Fibromuscular dysplasia Patent Foramen Ovale
4
Q
Good outcome predictors of stroke
A
Higher socioeconomic status Higher education Active premorbid lifestyle Lifestyle comorbidity Young Only sensory or only motor impairments (indicates smaller lesion) Never losing consciousness
5
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Bad outcome predictors of stroke
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Severe initial functional deficits Dense sensory or motor impairments Hemianopia Severe visuospatial deficits (hemineglect or hemi-inattention) Severe aphasia Major depression Altered level of consciousness Significant comorbidity Disability prior to stroke Prior stroke Loss of sitting balance Severe cognitive deficits Persistent urinary incontinence Older age
