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So WhatExactly Is a
Stroke andWhat Can I Do?
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Objectives
Highlight some important facts regardingstroke and its causes.
Highlight important signs and symptomsof an acute stroke.
Give you information to prevent a stroke.
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What is a Stroke
A stroke, sometimes called a brain attack,occurs when a clot blocks the blood supply
to the brain or when a blood vessel in thebrain bursts.
2 types
Ischemic strokes (Most common > 90%) Hemorrhagic strokes or bleeding into the
brain (small % of strokes)
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Ischemic
Hemorrhagic
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What is a TIA ?
A Transient Ischemic Attack is Strokesymptoms that resolve within 24 hours.
Also know as a Mini Stroke or WarningStroke
Risk of having a full blown stroke is higher
after having a TIA, particularly the firsttwo weeks.
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What Causes a Stroke
Cardiovascular disease is the leadingcause of death in the United States and
Alabama. Plaque may break loose and travel to the
brain causing a blockage.
Material blocking brain arteries usuallycomes from outside the brain.
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Stroke Warning Signs
Sudden weakness or numbness of the face, armor leg, especially on one side of the body
Sudden confusion, trouble speaking
or understanding
Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes
Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of
balance or coordination
Sudden, severe headache with no known cause
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What do I do if I suspect someone
is having a stroke
Think FAST:
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The priority is to save tissue at risk from moredamage.
There is a 3 hour time limit for the medicationt-PA, and the sooner its given the better!
Future strokes may be prevented if we identifythe cause of stroke ASAP
Neurological deterioration and othercomplications may be prevented if a patient ishospitalized earlier
Why Think FAST
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Stroke is not just a brain diseaseand often the brain is just an
innocent bystander
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Life After a Stroke If you have had a stroke, you can make great progress in regaining
your independence. However, you may still suffer from any of thefollowing:
Paralysis on one side of your body. Weakness on one side of your body. Problems with thinking, awareness, attention, learning,
judgment, and memory. Problems understanding or forming speech. Difficulty controlling or expressing emotions. Numbness or strange sensations. Pain in the hands and feet that worsens with movement and
temperature changes. Depression.
Before being discharged from the hospital, Case ManagementNurses can help you find quality care services and family caregiversupport to continue your long-term recovery.
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Preventing a stroke is much easier
and safer than the treatment andthe possible effects on your and
your familys life.
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