Stroke identification

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This quiz is designed to be used in conjunction with the timely identification of stroke poster
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Pregunta 1

Pregunta
Who is at risk of stroke?
Respuesta
  • People with hypertension, cardiac disease or family history
  • People over 55
  • People who have diabetes, are obese, excessive alcohol intake and smokers
  • All of these are correct

Pregunta 2

Pregunta
How soon after symptoms appear is it recommended thrombotic treatment be started?
Respuesta
  • 3-4.5 hours
  • Within 12 hours
  • Time is not a factor in stroke treatment
  • 5-7 hours

Pregunta 3

Pregunta
What is the definition of stroke?
Respuesta
  • Rapid onset of focal neurological deficit lasting less then 12 hours
  • Rapid onset of focal neurological deficit lasting more than 24 hours with no apparent cause other than disruption to blood flow to the brain.
  • Necrosis of heart muscle due to impeded blood flow to the coronary arteries
  • None of these are correct

Pregunta 4

Pregunta
What are the main symptoms of stroke?
Respuesta
  • Weakness or numbness in limb and Facial weakness or numbness.
  • Difficulty speaking or understanding others and Dizziness
  • Headache and Blurred vision
  • All of these are correct

Pregunta 5

Pregunta
At what age does the risk of stroke begin to double each decade for men and women respectively?
Respuesta
  • 45, 65
  • 75, 65
  • 55, 55
  • The risk of stoke does not increase with age regardless of gender

Pregunta 6

Pregunta
Select the most correct statement
Respuesta
  • Stroke is not a severe or lifelong problem with most people regaining normal function quickly.
  • Stroke is the most common cause of permanent disability in adults and one of the most common causes of death worldwide.
  • With high awareness levels in the community, the impact of stroke is minimal to society.
  • All of these are correct
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