Stroke

Question 1

What are the Signs and Symptoms of a Stroke

Answer 1

1. Sudden weakness or numbness one one side of the body.
2. Sudden dimness or loss of vision, particularly in one eye.
3. Loss of speech or trouble talking
4. Sudden, severe headache with no apparent cause
5. Unexplained dizziness,

Question 2

EMS must be notified immediately

True or False?

Answer 2

True

Question 3

EMS must be notified immediately because, there is a ___ hour window from ____ of symptoms during which ______ therapy will be most effective.

Answer 3

1. 3
2. Onset
3. Fibrinolytic