Tia (Mini stroke) Flashcards
1
Q
Signs and symptoms
A
One sided weakness
Vision problems
Slurred speech
2
Q
Aetiology
A
Hypertension
Age
Drugs/alcohol
Obesity
Diabetes
3
Q
Nursing Diagnoses
A
Fatigue r/t healing
4
Q
Assessments
A
GCS - changes in orientation
5
Q
Interventions
A
Medications:
Blood thinner - prevents blood clotting in the future
Statin - Decreases the livers production of cholesterol