Week 11: TIA Flashcards
1
Q
TIA is caused by partial ___ of an ___ caused by ___ or a ____ _____, vascular ____ or local loss of ________
A
Occlusion Artery Atherosclerosis Small embolus Spasm Auto regulation
2
Q
TIA results from a temporary reduction of ___ ___ to the brain
A
Blood flow
3
Q
CM of TIA
A
- Directly related to the location of the ischemia
- Patient is conscious, intermittent and short episodes of impaired function such as muscle weakness in arm, leg, visual disturbance, or numbness in the face
- Transient aphasia or confusion may develop
4
Q
Treatment of TIA
A
Anti- platelet medications
Anti-coagulants
Carotid endarterectomy- surgery to remove plaque from carotid arteries
5
Q
Dx of TIA
A
Difficult to dx after the attack
