Review Questions

  1. What acronym is used to help identify strokes?
    1. F.I.R.E
    2. F.A.S.T
    3. T.I.M.E
    4. A.R.M.S
  2. What are some risk factors for having a stroke? Select all that apply.
    1. Uncontrolled Hypertension
    2. Smoking
    3. Physical Activity
    4. Drinking 8 glasses of water a day
  3. What is the difference between a TIA and a stroke?
  4. What is the postictal phase?
  5. What is the difference between a thrombotic stroke and a embolic stroke?
  6. What are two types of hemorrhages that can occur in a hemorrhagic stroke?
    1. Subarachnoid & intracerebral
    2. Lacunar & Infarction
    3. Thrombotic & Embolic
    4. None of the above